banister

• Rampes ou garde-corps soutenus par des poteaux, généralement situés le long d'un escalier ou d'un balcon, destinés à empêcher les chutes.

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.

   garde-corps d'escalier

   • 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.

   Synonymesbalustradehandrailrailrailing