banister
Translation
banister, handrail
Examples
He slid down the banister.
He slid down the banister.
Hold onto the banister when you walk down.
Hold onto the banister when you walk down.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the ~)) a banister He held the banister for support.
Similar Words
Synonyms: handrail, railing
Etymology
A corruption of 'baluster', a type of post. It comes from Italian 'balaustra' (pomegranate flower), due to the shape of the posts.
Memory Tips
Imagine hanging a 'banner' from the 'banister' to help you remember the word.