Airers are essential items used for drying clothes, towels and linens. There are several synonyms that can be used interchangeably with the word 'airer' depending on where you are in the world. One of the most commonly used words in the UK is 'clothes horse', which refers to an open-rack design that allows items to be hung up and dried. In the US, 'drying rack' is a common term used, and sometimes 'drying stand' is used as well. Other possible synonyms include 'drying line', 'clothesline', or 'wash line', which describes a rope or cord stretched between two posts or trees to hang clothes and let them air dry. Choose the term that works best for you and your location when selecting an airer.