One who encourages or gives courage to another; someone who inspires bravery.
From 'courage' plus the agent suffix '-er' (one who does something). Related to the verb 'courage,' meaning to give courage.
Historical leaders like Winston Churchill were seen as 'couragers'—they didn't just act brave themselves, they inspired entire nations to be brave!
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