noun informal: a person or thing that is outstanding or surpasses others in some way
In sports, a 'ringer' can refer to a player who is brought in from outside the regular team to provide an advantage, often through superior skill or experience.
In entertainment, a 'ringer' can refer to a person or thing that is brought in to replace another, often in a fraudulent or deceptive manner.
In horse racing, a 'ringer' refers to a horse that is fraudulently substituted for another in a race to improve the chances of winning.
In phone calls, a 'ringer' is the sound a phone makes to alert the user of an incoming call.
In the context of writing, 'ringer' can refer to a skilled writer brought in to work on a specific project or to improve the quality of the writing.
In psychology, 'ringer' may be used to describe a patient who is brought in for a specific purpose, such as to provide a different perspective or expertise on a particular issue.