riser

noun
UK: /ˈraɪzər/
US: /ˈraɪzər/

  1. A vertical part of a step in a staircase.

    1. The riser of that step is a bit too high.
    2. Check the riser to ensure it is properly secured before using the stairs.

  2. A person who rises, especially early in the morning.

    1. He's an early riser and gets a lot done.
    2. As a late riser, she struggles with early morning appointments.

  3. A device that raises something.

    1. The monitor riser improved my posture at work.
    2. Use a riser to elevate the speakers for better sound quality.

  4. A pipe that rises from a main water or gas line.

    1. The plumber checked the riser for leaks.
    2. Ensure the sprinkler riser is properly installed for efficient irrigation.

Synonyms

step elevation early bird pipe
riser intransitive-verb

  1. To get up from a lying or sitting position.

    1. I riser early in the morning for work.
    2. The sun began to riser higher in the sky after a chilly dawn.

  2. To increase or go up.

    1. The cost of gas riser every summer.
    2. The river riser after the heavy rain, causing concerns for local residents.

  3. To slope upwards.

    1. The road riser sharply near the mountain.
    2. The land riser gradually, offering stunning views from the hilltop.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "riser" in English means: A vertical part of a step in a staircase., A person who rises, especially early in the morning., A device that raises something., A pipe that rises from a main water or gas line..

The phonetic transcription of "riser" is /ˈraɪzər/ in British English and /ˈraɪzər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "riser": step, elevation, early bird, pipe.

Example usage of "riser": "The riser of that step is a bit too high.". More examples on the page.