as in railings
a protective barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and its supports
an ornately carved balustrade for the staircase
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Recent Examples of balustrades
Seven levels of the gallery rise around a central staircase of frosted glass and ornate brass balustrades that seem to float upward, and a glass modern elevator that blends modern with classical chic.
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Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for balustrades
Noun
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Last but not least, the home features the coziest front porch, complete with eye-catching front and side railings, that can be transformed into the perfect space for unwinding with outdoor furniture, a porch swing, a set of string lights, and a stylish doormat, of course.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
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The design takes its cues from the railings of a balcony.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
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There are also pieces from her fall 2025 collection on the rails.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
7 Oct. 2025
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As such, some form of seating will likely be optioned in to accommodate one or two kids – perhaps with protection rails and footrests as well.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Balustrades.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/balustrades. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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