Thesaurus results for RAILINGS

railings

noun

plural of railing

as in rails

a protective barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and its supports they had to put a childproof railing on the balcony when the baby started walking

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Recent Examples of railings The project also includes replacing the bridge railings, fences and median barrier. — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026 Each piece will be 60-feet by 30-feet, with traffic lanes and concrete railings included. — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2026 While the bridge is closed, crews will remove temporary lane dividers, barriers and railings; install a new median; and repair and resurface portions of the bridge deck. — Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2026 Many of the historic elements, like the original doors and staircase railings, remain and add to the charm of the property. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026 The buildings are white with black railings and black awnings in contrast to the greenery. — David Moin, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026 Along with outdoor Christmas decor, they can also be used inside to decorate an unlit tree or to add a soft, colorful glow to entryways and stair railings. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2026 His arrival was before the transfer portal became a freeway with no speed limit, police or railings. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Oct. 2026 Six states now offer tax credits to family caregivers for expenses like retrofitting a home with grab bars or railings, usually between $1,000 and $5,000 a year. — Kat McGowan, NPR, 28 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for railings

Noun

Ground-floor Deluxe Suites offer easy access, while the wheelchair-accessible Elspeth Huxley Suite has been thoughtfully adapted with ramp access, shower rails, and emergency features.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
The man was headed to the nearby Twin Cities Rescue Mission when McCray approached him at knifepoint, ordering him onto the tracks with his legs over the rails, prosecutors said.

— Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of rails

Noun

Luckily the damage appears to be mostly cosmetic, and the beautiful balustrades, stained glass, and mahogany built-ins have survived the makeover unscathed.

— Nora DeLigter, Curbed, 23 Oct. 2026
At the main residence, a grand double-height foyer opens to the interiors, where bright white walls contrast with dark wood floors and balustrades.

— Tori Latham, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2026