Shriner

[ shrahy-ner ]

noun

1. a member of a fraternal order Ancient Arabic Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine that is an auxiliary of the Masonic order and is dedicated to good fellowship, health programs, charitable works, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Shriner¹

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90; shrine + -er ¹

Example Sentences

According to a quick Google search, a Shriner clown appears to be a clown who is also a member of the Shriners.

From The Daily Beast

Sister Shriner is boiling over with railing toward God's pure little ones.

From Project Gutenberg

Mr. Shriner, the one of whom we expected least, suddenly turned up at a table alone.

From Project Gutenberg

Later it developed the janitor was a captain of police, also a Shriner.

From Project Gutenberg

This eve went to see Father Shriner, who is nearing the other shore to dwell with the spirits made perfect.

From Project Gutenberg