railing
noun/ˈreɪlɪŋ/
Frequency rank: #9,993 most common English word
Meaning
a fence or barrier made of rails, especially one used as a guard or support along stairs or balconies.
Example sentence
She held the railing tightly as she climbed the steep staircase.
Synonyms & related words
- banister
- handrail
- guardrail
- balustrade
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