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high-riser

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\ -ə(r) \
plural -s

Definition of high-riser

1 : high-rise
2 : a high-rise bicycle

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high-rise entry 1 + -er entry 2

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“High-riser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-riser. Accessed 22 Feb. 2020.

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