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Dunker

One of a religious denomination whose tenets and practices are mainly those of the Baptists, but partly those of the Quakers; -- called also Tunkers, Dunkards, Dippers, and, by themselves, Brethren, and German Baptists.

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Baptist 76% connected

One who administers baptism; -- specifically applied to John, the forerunner of Christ.

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Eater 76% connected

One who, or that which, eats.

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Feeder 76% connected

One who, or that which, gives food or supplies nourishment; steward.

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Souse 74% connected

A corrupt form of Sou.

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A corrupt form of Sou.

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Tunker 92% connected

Same as Dunker.

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