Word after ring or water (6)

I believe the answer is:

bearer

(Other definitions for bearer that I've seen before include "He presents bill" , "native servant" , "Carrier as of news" , "He carries something, stretcher or news" , "One who puts up with" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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