stripper

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Technical

n. a strong chemical or a tool used to remove paint or the outer layer of something.

n. a chemical solvent or mechanical tool designed to remove paint, varnish, or other surface coatings.

“You need to apply a paint stripper before you can repaint the old door.”

“The restoration expert recommended a non-toxic chemical stripper to avoid damaging the delicate wood grain beneath the layers of lead paint.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Technology Technical

n. a tool used to remove the plastic covering from electrical wires.

n. a handheld tool, often called a wire stripper, used to remove the protective insulation from electrical cables.

“The electrician used a wire stripper to prepare the cables for the new light.”

“Using a dedicated wire stripper ensures that the copper core is not nicked or damaged during the insulation removal process.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Slang

n. a playing card that has been cut slightly so a person can cheat.

n. a playing card that has been subtly trimmed or altered to allow a cheat to identify it by touch or sight.

“The dealer was caught using a stripper deck to win every hand.”

“Professional gamblers are trained to spot the slight physical irregularities of a stripper card during high-stakes play.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Informal · American English

n. a car that has no extra features and is the cheapest version available.

n. an entry-level vehicle trim that lacks common amenities or luxury features found in higher-priced versions.

“He bought a stripper model of the truck because he only needed it for work.”

“While the marketing focuses on the luxury interior, the dealership also stocks a few strippers for fleet buyers who prioritise utility over comfort.”