banister
noun/ˈbænɪstər/
Frequency rank: #19,197 most common English word
Meaning
The handrail of a staircase, together with its supporting posts.
Example sentence
She held onto the banister tightly as she climbed the steep staircase.
Synonyms & related words
- handrail
- railing
- balustrade
- rail
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