trier

[ trahy-er ]

/ ˈtraɪ ər /

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noun

a person or thing that tries or tests; tester.

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Origin of trier

First recorded in 1300–50, trier is from the Middle English word triour.See try, -er¹

OTHER WORDS FROM trier

non·tri·er, noun

Words nearby trier

triene, triennial, triennium, triens, Trient, trier, trierarch, trierarchy, tries, Trieste, triethyl

Other definitions for trier (2 of 2)

Trier

[ treer ]

/ trɪər /

noun

a city in W Germany, on the Moselle River: extensive Roman ruins; cathedral.

Also called Treves

[treevz] /trivz/ . French Trèves

[trev] /trɛv/ .

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How to use trier in a sentence

Trier guides this story to a joyous, bittersweet landing—a reminder that we’re all works in progress, unfinished beings whose only imperative is to turn toward the light.
The 10 Best Movies of 2021|Stephanie Zacharek|December 7, 2021|Time
The third and final “lifeline” asked whether von Trier related to his female protagonists as well as his male ones.
Lars von Trier Breaks His Vow of Silence to Discuss ‘Nymphomaniac’ in Venice|Marlow Stern|September 1, 2014|DAILY BEAST
On Monday afternoon at the 2014 Venice Film Festival, von Trier (sort of) broke his silence.
Lars von Trier Breaks His Vow of Silence to Discuss ‘Nymphomaniac’ in Venice|Marlow Stern|September 1, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Lars von Trier, the terribly talented Danish provocateur, is quite a character.
Lars von Trier Breaks His Vow of Silence to Discuss ‘Nymphomaniac’ in Venice|Marlow Stern|September 1, 2014|DAILY BEAST

“Everything that is masochistic in the film is me,” said von Trier (via Skarsgard).
Lars von Trier Breaks His Vow of Silence to Discuss ‘Nymphomaniac’ in Venice|Marlow Stern|September 1, 2014|DAILY BEAST
The second “lifeline” was what von Trier had learned about female sexuality by making Nymphomaniac.
Lars von Trier Breaks His Vow of Silence to Discuss ‘Nymphomaniac’ in Venice|Marlow Stern|September 1, 2014|DAILY BEAST
I have set thee for a strong trier among my people: and thou shalt know, and prove their way.
The Bible, Douay-Rheims Version|Various
The bishop of Trier, the archbishop of Cologne, and other bishops soon incurred a similar fate.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 8|Various
I want to be present when Winston and Trier are questioned and I may possibly wish to ask a few questions myself.
Astounding Stories of Super-Science February 1930|Various
"I would suggest that Mr. Trier and his guard and Mr. Winston go into your office," replied Carnes.
Astounding Stories of Super-Science February 1930|Various
Mr. Trier can tell you that I didn't touch it from the time I laid it down until I turned back.
Astounding Stories of Super-Science February 1930|Various

British Dictionary definitions for trier (1 of 2)

trier

/ (ˈtraɪə) /

noun

a person or thing that tries

British Dictionary definitions for trier (2 of 2)

Trier

/ (German triːr) /

noun

a city in W Germany, in the Rhineland-Palatinate on the Moselle River: one of the oldest towns of central Europe, ancient capital of a Celto-Germanic tribe (the Treveri); an early centre of Christianity, ruled by powerful archbishops until the 18th century; wine trade; important Roman remains. Pop: 100 180 (2003 est)Latin name: Augusta Treverorum (aʊˈɡuːstə ˌtrɛvəˈrəʊrəm) French name: Trèves

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