Each of the phrases in the left column completes a punning definition for a word ending in -ER. For example, a person who makes loud noises is a DINNER, since a DIN is a loud noise. To assist in solving, the right column provides actual definitions for the same words. Normal conventions for adding -ER are used, such as dropping the E when the root ends with it, or doubling the final consonant of the root.
| A person who… | -ER Word | Definition |
| Makes loud noises | DIN-NER | Meal |
| Deactivates | OFF-ER | Deal |
| Approaches the sunrise | EAST-ER | Upcoming Holiday |
| Displays | SHOW-ER | Clean Oneself |
| Enjoys lakes | POND-ER | Consider |
| Celebrates a day early | EVE-R | At Any Time |
| Makes notches | NICK-ER | Whinny |
| Uses pennies | CENT-ER | Middle |
| Runs a hotel | INN-ER | Middle |
| Survives | LIVE-R | Internal Organ |
| Builds bridges | ARCH-ER | Bowman |
| Caresses | RUB-BER | Tire Material |
| Blabs | TELL-ER | Banker |
Reading the first letters of the -ER words, in order of the left column (since the right is given in alphabetical order) spells out DOES PENCIL ART. A person who does pencil art is a DRAW-ER. The answer is DRAWER.