riser

IPA: rˈaɪzɝ

Someone or something which rises.
A platform or stand used to lift or elevate something.
(carpentry) A vertical part of a step on a staircase.
(archery) The main body of a bow.
A vertical utility conduit, pipe or path between floors of a building for placement of cables (e.g. telephone, networking), or to convey fluids (e.g. gas, water).
A pipe connecting an individual exhaust port of an internal combustion engine to the muffler, particularly on aircraft.
A Manx cat with a showable short tail.
A strip of webbing joining a parachute's harness to the rigging lines.
(Casting (metalworking)) a reservoir built into a metal casting mold to prevent the formation of cavities in the casting as the metal shrinks on cooling.
A surname.

Examples of "riser" in Sentences

The sun slowly peeked over the horizon, casting a warm glow on the early risers
He pushed down on the riser with all his strength, determined to lift the heavy weight above his head
The new office building boasted modern amenities, including a sleek glass riser staircase in the lobby
As the water levels continued to rise, the rescuers struggled to reach the stranded residents using a makeshift riser ladder
The energetic music filled the nightclub as the riser lights pulsated in time with the beat, creating a vibrant atmosphere