Balustrade Definition Dictionary

This is the British English definition of balustrade.

Balustrade definition dictionary. A kind of low wall that is placed at the sides of staircases bridges etc and that is made of a row of short posts topped by a long rail. A set of posts or a screen to prevent people from falling over the edge of stairs a balcony. Any of a number of closely spaced supports for a railing.

Bæləstreɪd Word forms. A small wooden or stone pillar or column is a baluster like the balusters that support a stairway railing. Pronunciation of balustrade and its etymology.

Youre especially likely to notice balustrades on balconies or bridges. Change your default dictionary to american english. This is the british english definition of balustradeview american english.

A story from boccaccio in lamia isabella the eve of st. Balustrade definition dictionary. Balustrade - a railing at the side of a staircase or balcony to prevent people from falling balusters banister handrail bannister balcony - a platform projecting from the wall of a building and surrounded by a balustrade or railing or parapet baluster - one of a number of closely spaced supports for a railing.

COBUILD Advanced English Dictionary. A whole row of balusters lined up together comprise a balustrade. A balustrade is a railing or wall on a balcony or staircase.

The definition of a balustrade is a railing that is held up by supporting posts. A balustrade is a row of spindles that support a railing. The company produces wrought iron gates fencing railings and balustrades.