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1stretcher
noun stretch·er \ˈstre-chər\
: a device that is made of a long piece of thick cloth stretched between two poles and that is used for carrying an injured or dead person
Full Definition of STRETCHER
1
a : one that stretches; especially : a device or machine for stretching or expanding something b : an exaggerated story : a tall tale
2
a : a brick or stone laid with its length parallel to the face of the wall b : a timber or rod used especially when horizontal as a tie in framed work
3
: a device for carrying a sick, injured, or dead person
4
: a rod or bar extending between two legs of a chair or table
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First Known Use of STRETCHER
15th century
2stretcher
transitive verb
: to carry (someone) on a stretcher
Full Definition of STRETCHER
: to carry or transport on a stretcher
First Known Use of STRETCHER
1973
STRETCHER Defined for Kids
stretcher
noun stretch·er \ˈstre-chər\
Definition of STRETCHER for Kids
: a device like a cot used for carrying a sick or injured person
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stretcher
noun stretch·er \ˈstrech-ər\
Medical Definition of STRETCHER
: a device for carrying a sick, injured, or dead person
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