Meaning of the word stringer in English
What does stringer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
stringer
US /ˈstrɪŋ.ər/
UK /ˈstrɪŋ.ər/
Noun
1.
a person who strings something, especially a tennis racket or a musical instrument
Example:
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The tennis pro hired a professional stringer for his rackets.
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The guitar stringer carefully replaced the broken strings.
2.
a part of a structure that strengthens or supports it, such as a longitudinal beam in an aircraft or a long, thin piece of wood used in construction
Example:
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The aircraft's wing relies on several internal stringers for structural integrity.
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The boat's hull was reinforced with fiberglass stringers.
3.
a freelance journalist or photographer who contributes to a news organization on a per-assignment basis
Example:
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The news agency relies on local stringers to cover events in remote areas.
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She started her career as a freelance stringer for a major newspaper.
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