Riser

/ˈraɪzər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person or thing that rises or ascends.

The early riser enjoyed the quiet morning hours before the hustle and bustle of the day began.

A vertical member of a staircase that supports the treads.

He measured the height of each riser to ensure the stairs were safe and comfortable to use.

A plant that grows upward, often used in reference to climbing plants.

The garden was filled with beautiful risers that added height and color to the landscape.

A yeast starter solution in brewing, used to help fermentation.

The brewer prepared a riser to ensure the dough would rise perfectly during baking.

Derived from the verb 'rise', which comes from Old English 'risan'.

Early riser

A person who wakes up early in the morning.

Riser to the occasion

Someone who responds positively to a challenge or situation.

Bed riser

A lazy person who stays in bed for a long time.

rise

To move upwards or increase in position.

raiser

A person or thing that raises something.

upsurge

A sudden increase or rise.

A person who is ambitious and works hard to improve their situation.

That guy is a real riser, always grinding to get ahead.

Someone who parties late but still manages to wake up early for work.

I can't believe he's out late every night and still a riser every morning.