Shriner

American  

[shrahy-ner] / ˈʃraɪ nər /

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.

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Etymology

Origin of Shriner

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

Example Sentences

Lauren — who is married to Weezer bassist Scott Shriner — was arrested in April after she found herself on the wrong end of a high-speed police chase that had nothing to do with her.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 25, 2025

She and Shriner have been married since 2005 and they have two sons together.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2025

Shriner posted $1-million bond and was released from custody late Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2025

The episode between police and author Jillian Lauren Shriner happened Tuesday during an unrelated manhunt for several people suspected of fleeing a hit-and-run on the 134 Freeway.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2025

He wants value received for money expended, and while everybody knows that he has a loving eye on the Berg, Shriner crowd, he won't sign a thing until he knows what he's getting.

From Personality Plus Some Experiences of Emma McChesney and Her Son, Jock by Ferber, Edna