stringer
1 of 1nouna long horizontal timber that connects and supports vertical posts or uprights
A stringer is a long, horizontal support beam in a staircase that runs along the sides, holding the treads and risers in place. It provides structural stability and helps distribute weight, ensuring the staircase is strong and safe to use. Stringers can be made from various materials, including wood, metal, or concrete, and can be visible or hidden, depending on the staircase design. In addition to their functional role, stringers can also contribute to the overall aesthetic of the staircase, as they may feature decorative shapes or finishes that enhance the appearance of the steps.
- The staircase had wooden stringers running along each side.
- Carpenters installed the stringer before laying the steps.
- The bridge's strength relied on well-positioned stringers.
- He measured the stringer carefully to ensure it fit the frame.
- The cabin's roof was supported by several long stringers.
a longitudinal structural member that reinforces a fuselage, hull, or similar framework
- The aircraft's fuselage was reinforced with multiple stringers.
- Shipbuilders placed stringers along the hull for added strength.
- The lightweight plane used aluminum stringers for durability.
- The boat's design included additional stringers for rough seas.
- During maintenance, all stringers were checked for corrosion.
a person who strings or repairs strings on equipment such as tennis rackets, musical instruments, or other items requiring stringing
- The stringer quickly re-strung my racket before the match.
- He worked as a stringer at a local sports store, preparing rackets for players.
- The coach recommended a skilled stringer to handle the team's equipment.
- The stringer carefully re-strung the archery bow for better accuracy.
- Many professional players rely on experienced stringers to maintain their equipment.
a team member assigned to a specific squad
- The coach assigned a stringer to support each small group during drills.
- As a stringer, he was responsible for carrying supplies to his squad.
- The new recruit quickly adapted to his role as a stringer.
- Every stringer had to complete a checklist before leaving the training ground.
- The stringers worked together to ensure the squad met its objectives.
a journalist who is not an employee of a newspaper, but who supplies stories for that newspaper from time to time
C2A stringer is a freelance journalist or reporter who contributes stories or information to a news organization, usually on a temporary or irregular basis. Stringers are often hired to cover events or stories in specific locations where the news outlet does not have a permanent staff member. They may be paid per story or assignment rather than receiving a regular salary. Stringers can provide valuable local insights, especially in regions where a publication or station may not have full-time reporters. Their work helps news outlets cover more stories without maintaining a large staff.
- The newspaper relies on a network of stringers to cover local events and breaking news stories.
- As a stringer for the magazine, she submits articles on a freelance basis, covering topics of interest to the publication.
- Stringers often work irregular hours, attending events and conducting interviews as needed to meet deadlines.
- The stringer's role is crucial in providing coverage of events that may not be covered by full-time staff reporters.
- Many aspiring journalists start their careers as stringers, gaining valuable experience and building their portfolios.