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 sense of antiquity is preserved (stone staircases worn smooth by the centuries, wooden shutters in the bedrooms), but there’s no shortage of modern amenities, from the amazing Duxiana beds to bathrooms with rain showers. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026

Usher’s taste for dark walls continued in this dwelling, where the double-height entryway featured numerous contemporary artworks highlighted against jet-black walls and a grand staircase with wrought-iron railing. — Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 4 Aug. 2026

The standout feature is the curvy central staircase, which meanders up to reach an octagonal cupola and a widow’s walk. — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 3 Aug. 2026

While effective for basic locomotion, that approach limited the robot‘s ability to safely navigate complex environments such as staircases, ladders, and uneven terrain. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 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