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Bannister: meaning, definitions and examples

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bannister

 

[ หˆbรฆnษชstษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

architecture, stairs

A bannister is a railing that is placed alongside a staircase or balcony, designed for support and safety. It often consists of a series of vertical posts or balusters that hold the horizontal rail in place.

Synonyms

banister, handrail, railing

Examples of usage

  • She held onto the bannister as she descended the stairs.
  • The bannister was beautifully carved from oak wood.
  • He installed a new bannister after the old one broke.
  • Children often slide down the bannister for fun.

Translations

Translations of the word "bannister" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น corrimรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅˆเคจเคฟเคธเฅเคŸเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Treppenhandlauf

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pegangan tangga

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตั€ะธะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ porฤ™cz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒ‹ใ‚นใ‚ฟใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rampe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ barandilla

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท merdiven korkuluฤŸu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‚œ๊ฐ„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏุฑุงุจุฒูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zรกbradlรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zรกbradlie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰ถๆ‰‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ograjanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ handriรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพะปะดะฐา“ั‹ัˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sahษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ barandal

Word origin

The term 'bannister' originates from the late Middle Ages, deriving from the word 'banister', which is a variation of 'banister' or 'bannister', ultimately from the Old French word 'banestier', meaning a rail or pole. The component 'ban', which also relates to 'barrier', underscores the protective and supportive function of the bannister. Over time, 'bannister' became more commonly associated with staircases in England and other parts of the world. Its use in architecture has evolved, but the basic design remains a crucial element in modern staircases, providing essential safety features in homes and public buildings alike. The usage of 'bannister' has also been affected by shifts in building practices and safety regulations, making it a significant aspect of interior design.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,928, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.