handrail

noun

hand·​rail ˈhan(d)-ˌrāl How to pronounce handrail (audio)
Synonyms of handrailnext
: a narrow rail for grasping with the hand as a support

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Students began work last fall on rebuilding the stairs and handrails. — Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026 In 2021, part of it was shut down after handrails along the edge collapsed. — Susanne Rust follow, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2026 Fix wobbly furniture or handrails, or ask a friend or family member to help. — Sherri Gordon, Health, 12 May 2026 Safeguards like bathroom handrails or locks on toilet lids can help reduce the risk of these incidents in homes. — Andrew Coletti, Popular Science, 21 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for handrail

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First Known Use

1675, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of handrail was in 1675

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handrail

noun
hand·​rail ˈhan-ˌdrāl How to pronounce handrail (audio)
: a narrow rail for grasping as a support (as on a staircase)

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