responder  /rɪ ˈspɑn dər/ ? Meaning of "responder"

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Definition(s):

  • (n) someone who responds

Synonym(s)

Usage(s):

  1. A certified athletic trainer educated in concussion management wasn't onsite, and the school's first responder who examined Waller cleared him to play in a game two days later.
  2. Nearly two decades later, the first three are parodies of themselves, and Moss remains hip, really hip, a first responder in the advance guard of style.
  3. With the president's words so fresh in listeners' minds, the responder often can't help but sound like either a liar or an idiot.

Quotes

  1. "From his experience as a first responder to his strong leadership as Florida's emergency manager, Craig has what it takes to help us improve our preparedness," Mr. Obama said in a statement.
    on Mar 4, 2009 By: Barack Obama Source: New York Times

  2. "Bernie Kerik understands the duties that came to America on September the 11th," Mr. Bush added. "The resolve he felt that morning will guide him every day on his job, and every first responder defending our homeland will have a faithful...
    on Dec 3, 2004 By: President Bush Source: Voice of America

  3. "I am pleased to announce these funds, which are vital to improve firefighting efforts and first responder needs in rural Kansas," Roberts said. "It's imperative to support our local fire departments."
    on Nov 3, 2006 By: Pat Roberts Source: Arkansas City Traveler

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