Wielder: meaning, definitions and examples
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wielder
[ ˈwiːldər ]
general use
A wielder is someone who holds and uses a tool, weapon, or influence. This term often connotes an active and skilled engagement with the object being wielded. The word can apply to a variety of contexts, from wielding a sword in battle to wielding power in a political context. The act of wielding implies control and mastery over the item or concept in question.
Synonyms
holder, master, operator, user.
Examples of usage
- The knight was a skilled wielder of the sword.
- She was a wielder of peace in her community.
- As a wielder of influence, he shaped many policies.
Translations
Translations of the word "wielder" in other languages:
🇵🇹 portador
🇮🇳 धारक
🇩🇪 Träger
🇮🇩 penggenggam
🇺🇦 носій
🇵🇱 nosiciel
🇯🇵 使い手
🇫🇷 manieur
🇪🇸 portador
🇹🇷 tutan
🇰🇷 소지자
🇸🇦 حامل
🇨🇿 nositel
🇸🇰 nositeľ
🇨🇳 持有者
🇸🇮 nosilec
🇮🇸 eigandi
🇰🇿 иеленуші
🇬🇪 მფლობელი
🇦🇿 daşıyıcı
🇲🇽 portador
Etymology
The word "wielder" comes from the Middle English term "wealdan," which means to govern or to rule. Its roots can be traced back to the Old English term "wealdan," deriving from the Proto-Germanic "wēldōną," which means 'to rule' or 'to control.' The evolution of the term reflects a transition from simply holding something to the idea of controlling or exercising influence over it. In various contexts, particularly in literature and folklore, the term has been used to describe characters who possess and control significant power, be it a physical weapon or a more abstract influence. Over time, 'wielder' has become synonymous with mastery and expertise, indicating that the individual not only holds but effectively utilizes their tools or abilities.