rare. [f. next + -ER1.] a. A builder. b. One who edifies in a religious sense.
1460. Capgrave, Chron., 21. Certeyn strong men and rich … edifieres of citees.
1678. Butler, Hud., III. II. 130 (R.). They scorn their Edifiers t’ own. Who taught them all their sprinkling Lessons.
