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Suppliant Definition & Meaning

suppliant
adjective
  1. humbly entreating; "a suppliant sinner seeking forgiveness"
noun
  1. one praying humbly for something; "a suppliant for her favors"

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Frequently asked questions

What does suppliant mean?
humbly entreating; "a suppliant sinner seeking forgiveness" one praying humbly for something; "a suppliant for her favors"
What part of speech is suppliant?
Suppliant is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does suppliant have?
Suppliant has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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