staircase

noun

stair·​case ˈster-ˌkās 

1

: the structure containing a stairway

2

: a flight of stairs with the supporting framework, casing, and balusters

Examples of staircase in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Inside the arch are rooms for program space, offices, a staff lounge, circular staircases, multiple elevators and a fire command center. — Matthew Daly, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026

Anticipatory staircases aside, no amount of symbolic literacy can prepare you for a K-town elevator panel. — Skyli Alvarez, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026

Further into the home, the sofa is stashed under the staircase. — New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2026

The modern four-bedroom has high ceilings, a steel-and-oak staircase, and an eat-in Gaggenau kitchen, plus a library, bar, den, and second-floor terrace. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing staircase

• moving staircase
• spiral staircase

Rhymes for staircase

• abase
• airspace
• apace
• backspace
• biface
• birthplace
• blackface
• boldface
• bookcase
• braincase
• briefcase
• carcase

Kids Definition

staircase

noun

stair·​case -ˌkās 

: a flight of stairs with the supporting structures