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handrail

UK
/ˈhændreɪl/
US
/ˈhændreɪl/

Translations

handrailnoun
handrails
pl
UK
/ˈhændreɪl/
US
/ˈhændreɪl/
She held onto the handrail as she climbed the stairs.
Она держалась за перила, поднимаясь по лестнице.
Additional translations
поручень
Synonyms
railing
banister
support rail
balustrade
guardrail
handrailverb
handrailed
Past Simple
handrailed
Past Participle
handrailing
Gerund
Synonyms
steady
support oneself on
steady oneself on
hold onto
hold on to
grip
provide with a handrail
install a handrail
equip with a handrail
fit with a handrail
attach a handrail
fence
rail
railed
handrailadjective
UK
/ˈhænd.reɪl/
US
/ˈhænd.reɪl/
Used attributively before another noun, e.g., "handrail height".

Definitions

handrailnoun
A rail fixed to posts or a wall for people to hold on to for support, typically on a staircase or balcony.
She gripped the handrail tightly as she descended the steep staircase.
A linear feature that can be followed as an aid to navigation.
The stream served as a useful handrail during the orienteering exercise.
handrailverb
To fit or provide with a handrail.
They handrailed the new ramp to comply with safety regulations.
(Navigation) To follow a linear feature, such as a river or fence, as a guide.
We handrailed the ridge line until we reached the summit.
handrailadjective
Relating to or designed for a handrail.
Local codes specify the required handrail spacing and handrail height.
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