Bannister - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
A bannister is the handrail and supporting posts alongside a staircase, used for safety and support while ascending or descending. It helps prevent falls and provides stability.
Definition:
A handrail supported by posts, typically alongside a staircase.
Synonyms:
railing, balustrade, handrail
Part of Speech:
noun
Antonyms:
open space, gap
Common Collocations:
wooden bannister, hold the bannister, polished bannister
Derivatives:
bannisters (plural), bannistered (adjective)
Usage Tips:
Use "bannister" to refer to the rail you hold while climbing stairs for support or safety.
Common Phrases:
slide down the bannister, grip the bannister, lean on the bannister
Etymology:
Derived from Old French "banestre," meaning a supporting beam or bar.
Examples:
- 1. She gripped the bannister tightly as she descended the stairs.
- 2. The child slid down the wooden bannister with a laugh.
- 3. He leaned against the bannister while waiting for his friend.
- 4. The polished bannister gleamed under the hallway lights.