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scapegoat
A person, group, or thing upon whom the blame for the mistakes or crimes of others is thrust
One that is made to bear the blame of others.
A goat over the head of which the high priest of the ancient Jews confessed the sins of the people on the Day of Atonement, after which it was allowed to escape: Lev. 16:7-26

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1. A person, group, or thing upon whom the blame for the mistakes or crimes of others is thrust
2. One that is made to bear the blame of others.
3. A goat over the head of which the high priest of the ancient Jews confessed the sins of the people on the Day of Atonement, after which it was allowed to escape: Lev. 16:7-26
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offering
An act of offering.
That which has been offered; a sacrifice.
The act of making an offer.

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1. An act of offering.
2. That which has been offered; a sacrifice.
3. The act of making an offer.
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sufferer
One who suffers.

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1. One who suffers.
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