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

The bedroom itself is a typical loft with a low ceiling and a double bed, and is accessed by the storage staircase. — New Atlas, 22 Sep. 2026

The property’s only other minor flaw is the layout—specifically the fact that the kitchen and living room are separated by a long staircase. — Hannah Chubb, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026

Through the front double doors, the house immediately reveals a striking floor design and a curved staircase. — Richard Lane, Des Moines Register, 21 Sep. 2026

In their offices, the sweeping staircase is hung with padded crimson velvet, and a colorful Venetian glass chandelier refracts rainbow light in a dining room lined and curtained in dazzling Cruella DeVil zebra stripes. — Hamish Bowles, Vogue, 20 Sep. 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