Baluster: meaning, definitions and examples
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baluster
[ หbรฆl.ษ.stษr ]
architecture design
A baluster is a small post or pillar that supports a handrail or a parapet, typically found on staircases, balconies, and bridges. It is usually part of a series of similar posts called a balustrade. Balusters can be made from various materials including wood, metal, or stone.
Synonyms
column, post, spindle, supports
Examples of usage
- The staircase featured elegant wooden balusters.
- The balcony was surrounded by decorative balusters.
- The architect designed a modern house with glass balusters.
- She leaned against the baluster to enjoy the view.
- The old stone bridge had beautifully carved balusters.
Translations
Translations of the word "baluster" in other languages:
๐ต๐น balustre
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเคพเคฒเคธเฅเคเฅเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Baluster
๐ฎ๐ฉ baluster
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑะฐะปััะธะฝะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ balustrada
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฉในใฟใผ
๐ซ๐ท balustre
๐ช๐ธ balustre
๐น๐ท parmaklฤฑk
๐ฐ๐ท ๋๊ฐ ๊ธฐ๋ฅ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฏุฑุงุจุฒูู
๐จ๐ฟ balustrรกda
๐ธ๐ฐ balustrรกda
๐จ๐ณ ๆ ๆๆฑ
๐ธ๐ฎ baluster
๐ฎ๐ธ baluster
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑะฐะปััััะฐะดะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแฃแกแขแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ baluster
๐ฒ๐ฝ balustre
Etymology
The word 'baluster' comes from the Italian word 'balaustra', which means 'pomegranate flower', referring to the shape of the baluster resembling the flower of this fruit. This Italian term is derived from 'balaustro' and has roots in the Latin word 'balausta', which is a further derivation from the Greek word 'balaustion'. The use of balusters in architecture dates back to ancient times, especially in Roman and Renaissance designs. Over time, various styles and materials have evolved, making balusters not only functional as support structures but also as key decorative elements in architecture.