A stringer can refer to several different things, depending on the context. Here are a few meanings:
1. In journalism, a stringer is a freelance reporter who is paid by the story or by the word. They are usually not regular employees of a news organization, but rather contribute occasional or part-time work.
2. In sports, a stringer is someone who provides coverage of a particular team or event for a media outlet. They may be paid a small fee or receive press credentials in exchange for their reporting.
3. In fishing, a stringer is a line or cord with a series of hooks attached, used to keep caught fish alive in the water until they can be retrieved.
4. In construction, a stringer is a long, narrow board that acts as a support for staircase treads or a bridge deck.
5. In music, a stringer is a type of harpsichord or clavichord that has one or more strings per note, rather than a keyboard with hammers.
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