(John 14:16) The name given by Christ to the Holy Spirit. The original word is Paraclete, and means first Advocate, a defender, helper, strengthener, as well as comforter.
·noun A wadded bedquilt; a comfortable. II. Comforter ·noun A knit woolen tippet, long and narrow. ...
Webster's Dictionary of the English Language
The designation of the Holy Ghost (John 14:16, 26; 15:26; 16:7; R.V. marg., "or Advocate, or Helper;...
Easton's Bible Dictionary
One who brings news of some additional misfortune. ...
Dictionary of The Vulgar Tongue by Francis Grose