1. a person who rakes leaves, grass, or other materials
2. a tool or implement used for raking
3. a cannon positioned to fire along the length of a ship or fortification
Usage: nautical; military

Examples

• The raker worked steadily to clear all the autumn leaves from the yard.
• She hired a raker to help with the spring cleanup.
• The old raker in the shed had a broken handle.
• We need a good raker to gather up this hay.
• The ship’s raker could devastate enemy vessels with enfilade fire.
• The fort’s raker commanded the entire length of the harbor.