handrail

noun

hand·​rail ˈhan(d)-ˌrāl 

: a narrow rail for grasping with the hand as a support

Examples of handrail in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Look down for wet footprints, use handrails where available, wear footwear with traction, and keep one hand free to help your balance. — Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2026

The resort's wave logo is incorporated throughout the hotel—in handrails, the curves of chairs, and wall sconces. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026

Endless stair sets, handrails, ledges and iconic urban architecture have inspired generations of street videos, each adding another chapter to the sport’s history. — Michelle Bruton, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

For stairs, some codes also require handrails in addition to cap rails. — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1675, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for handrail

• airmail
• assail
• avail
• bewail
• blackmail
• cattail
• cocktail
• curtail
• derail
• detail
• dovetail
• email

Kids Definition

handrail

noun

hand·​rail ˈhan-ˌdrāl 

: a narrow rail for grasping as a support (as on a staircase)