banister

• Geländer oder Handlauf, der von Pfosten getragen wird und meist seitlich an einer Treppe oder einem Balkon angebracht ist, um Menschen vor dem Absturz zu schützen.

A railing supported by posts, typically found at the side of a staircase or balcony, designed to prevent people from falling.

1. Staircase railingB1formal

   A handrail and its supporting posts along the side of a staircase or balcony, designed to prevent falls.

   Treppengeländer

   • He held onto the banister as he walked down the stairs.
   • The wooden banister was polished to a high shine.
   • She slid her hand along the banister while climbing.

   Synonymebalustradehandrailrailrailing