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Definition of stringer - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
journalismfreelance journalist working part-time for a news service
- The stringer covered the local election results.
2.
constructionTECH. long horizontal structure supporting parts of a buildingTECH.
- The carpenter checked the stringer for any signs of wear.
3.
fishingRare cord used to hold caught fish through their gillsRare
- He put the fish on a stringer to keep them fresh.
4.
- The batter hit a stringer to the outfield.
5.
surfingTECH. wooden strip for strength in a surfboardTECH.
- The surfboard's stringer gave it extra durability.
Images of stringer
long horizontal structure supporting parts of a building 
cord used to hold caught fish through their gills 
wooden strip for strength in a surfboard
Expressions with stringer
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person serving as an alternative in other fields
He was a second-stringer ready to step in if needed.
horizontal support plate in structures
The stringer plate was installed to support the staircase.
Origin of stringer
English, string (cord) + -er (agent noun)
Examples of stringer in a sentence
As a stringer, she often worked odd hours. The stringer needed reinforcement to support the new staircase. Inspectors found the stringer to be in excellent condition. The fisherman used a stringer to secure his catch. She threaded the fish onto a stringer by the river. He swung and sent a stringer past third base.
Fans cheered as the stringer flew over the fence. The stringer in the board snapped during the ride. He replaced the stringer to improve the board's performance.
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- French:pigiste, longrine, ...
- German:Stringer, Treppenwange, ...
- Italian:collaboratore, longherone, ...
- Spanish:corresponsal, larguero, ...
- Portuguese:colaborador, longarina, ...
- Chinese:自由记者, 横梁, ...
- Japanese:フリー記者, 桁, ...
- Arabic:مُرَاسِل مُستَقِل, عصب, ...
- Hebrew:עִיתּוֹנַאי עַצְמָאִי, קוֹרָה אֲרֻכָּה, ...
- Russian:внештатный корреспондент, стрингер, ...
- Ukrainian:позаштатний журналіст, балка, ...
- Hindi:स्ट्रिंगर, सहारा देने वाली पट्टी, ...
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