Definition

A person who gives a portion of their income or produce to support a church or religious organization.

Example

The tither contributed generously to the church's building fund.

Conversation

I learned that a tither is someone who contributes a portion of their income to support their community.

That's interesting! I never really thought about it that way.

Yeah, it makes me appreciate how important each tither is for local projects.

Absolutely, their support can really make a difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'tither' originates from Old English 'þider', meaning 'to that place' or 'thither'. It is used to indicate direction or movement towards a specific location.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tither' as a way to say 'to that place' — it helps you remember that it refers to direction or movement towards somewhere.

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