Buffeter

/ˈbɑfɪtər/ noun

Definition

A person who strikes or hits; one who buffets.

Etymology

From 'buffet' (to strike) + '-er' agent suffix. Extremely archaic or rare usage.

Kelly Says

This word is so archaic that even medieval texts rarely used it—people preferred simpler terms like 'striker' or 'one who hits', showing that even old English speakers liked keeping words straightforward.

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