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banister

noun
variants: also bannister

Synonyms and Antonyms of banister

a protective barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and its supports

  • a much-needed new banister for the rickety staircase
Synonyms of banister

balustrade, guardrail, rail, railing
Words Related to banister

handrail

taffrail

fender

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