wringer
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wring·er

noun \ˈriŋ-ər\

Definition of WRINGER

: one that wrings: as
a : a machine or device for pressing out liquid or moisture <a clothes wringer>
b : something that causes pain, hardship, or exertion <his illness put them through the wringer>

First Known Use of WRINGER

14th century

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