1
: one that rises (as from sleep)
2
: the upright member between two stair treads
3
: a stage platform on which performers are placed for greater visibility
4
: a vertical pipe (as for water or gas) or a vertical portion of an electric wiring system
5
: one of the straps that connects a parachutist's harness with the shroud lines
Examples of riser in a Sentence
The school choir stood on the risers for the concert.
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The members of her touring band were positioned on risers at opposite ends of the stage, allowing the dancers the freedom to occupy the main part of the stage.
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Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 26 June 2024
Early risers or evening runners face less of a risk – the Sun isn’t as hot and the air temperature is lower.
—Susan Yeargin, The Conversation, 20 June 2024
The heavy-duty plastic is very durable, and the risers can withstand a total weight of 1,300 lbs.
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Jute fabric adds a natural fiber to the home and is durable for a lasting appeal.
—Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 16 May 2024
Pedal to the metal 6:00 a.m.: An early riser, Wolff begins her day with a coffee, but no breakfast.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 21 June 2024
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Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 26 June 2024
Early risers or evening runners face less of a risk – the Sun isn’t as hot and the air temperature is lower.
—Susan Yeargin, The Conversation, 20 June 2024
The heavy-duty plastic is very durable, and the risers can withstand a total weight of 1,300 lbs.
Find it on AmazonFind it on Walmart
These Over-Door Baskets Are Perfect for Bathroom Overspill
Jute fabric adds a natural fiber to the home and is durable for a lasting appeal.
—Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 16 May 2024
Pedal to the metal 6:00 a.m.: An early riser, Wolff begins her day with a coffee, but no breakfast.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 21 June 2024
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“Riser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/riser. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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riser
noun
ris·er
ˈrī-zər 
1
: one that rises (as from sleep)
an early riser
2
: the upright board between two stair treads
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