Meaning of the word stretcher in English

What does stretcher mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

stretcher

US /ˈstretʃ.ɚ/

UK /ˈstretʃ.ər/

a framework of two poles with a long piece of canvas or other material between them, used for carrying sick, injured, or dead people

Example:

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The paramedics used a stretcher to carry the injured hiker.

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He was carried out on a stretcher after the accident.

Synonym:

litter cot