1. a person who saves someone or something from sin, error, or evil
Usage: often capitalized when referring to Jesus Christ
2. a person who buys back or pays off something, especially a debt or mortgage
Usage: financial context

Examples

• Christians believe Jesus Christ is their Redeemer.
• The community saw her as a redeemer who would restore their neighborhood.
• He acted as the redeemer of his family’s honor.
• The bank served as the redeemer of the foreclosed property.
• She was hailed as a redeemer of lost traditions.
• The redeemer paid off all outstanding debts on the estate.