How to Pronounce "lawgiver"
word
ˈlɔːˌɡɪv.ə
LAW-giv-er
ˈlɔːˌɡɪv.ə
LAW-giv-uh
Definition
A lawgiver is a person who creates or establishes laws for a society, government, or community.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈlɔːˌɡɪv.ə
British English
ˈlɔːˌɡɪv.ə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAW-giv-er
UK
LAW-giv-uh
Listen in Context
Moses is often called a lawgiver in religious history.
A lawgiver creates the rules that people must follow.
Hammurabi was a famous lawgiver in ancient Babylon.
Throughout history, every great society has had a respected lawgiver.