balustrade

noun

bal·​us·​trade ˈba-lə-ˌstrād 

1

: a row of balusters topped by a rail

2

: a low parapet or barrier

balustraded

ˈba-lə-ˌstrā-dəd 

adjective

Synonyms

• railing
• rail

Examples of balustrade in a Sentence

an ornately carved balustrade for the staircase

Recent Examples on the Web

Craftsmanship is another aspect that is visible in both cultures; this is represented in high-quality materials such as the cognac leather and gunmetal balustrade. —Trinity Francis, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025

Its stacks are long gone, but its fine coffered ceiling was rediscovered during renovations and belongs now to Rooms 20 and 21 that were built over the balustrade level. —John Oseid, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025

At its heart, the translucent bridge will feature a balustrade made of cast glass inspired by the late Queen’s tiara. —Duncan Madden, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025

The winning design for a new memorial in St. James Park near Buckingham Palace, honoring Queen Elizabeth II, will feature a bridge with a jewel-like, translucent balustrade reminiscent of her wedding tiara. —Brittney Melton, NPR, 25 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

French, from Italian balaustrata, from balaustro

First Known Use

1644, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for balustrade

• accolade
• ambuscade
• antegrade
• barricade
• cannonade
• cavalcade
• centigrade
• chambermaid
• colonnade
• countertrade
• disobeyed
• escapade

Kids Definition

balustrade

noun

bal·​us·​trade ˈbal-ə-ˌstrād 

: a row of balusters topped by a rail

also : a low wall or barrier