intercessor
UK: ˌɪntəˈsɛsə | US: ˌɪntərˈsɛsər
n. a person who intervenes on behalf of others, especially in prayer or mediation
The word "intercessor" originates from Latin intercessor, derived from intercedere ("to intervene"). It combines inter- (between) and cedere (to go), reflecting the act of "going between" parties to mediate or plead. The suffix -or denotes an agent, forming a noun for someone who performs the action. Over time, it specialized in religious contexts (e.g., saints as intercessors) but retains broader mediation meanings.
The lawyer acted as an intercessor between the disputing companies.
In many religions, saints serve as intercessors for human prayers.
The diplomat was praised as a skilled intercessor in peace negotiations.
She viewed her role as a teacher partly as an intercessor for students' needs.
Ancient kings often appointed intercessors to communicate with the gods.