About The Word Baluster
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Baluster
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What's The Definition Of Baluster?
[n] one of a number of closely spaced supports for a railing
Synonyms | Synonyms for Baluster: Related Terms | Find terms related to Baluster: See Also | balusters | balustrade | banister | bannister | handrail | support Baluster In Webster's Dictionary \Bal"us*ter\, n. [F. balustre, It. balaustro, fr. L.
balaustium the flower of the wild pomegranate, fr. Gr.
balay`stion; -- so named from the similarity of form.]
(Arch.)
A small column or pilaster, used as a support to the rail of
an open parapet, to guard the side of a staircase, or the
front of a gallery. See {Balustrade}. [Corrupted into
{banister}.]
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