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banisters, bannisters [ˈbænɪstəz] pl n
(Miscellaneous Technologies / Building) the railing and supporting balusters on a staircase; balustrade [altered from baluster] ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms banisters plural noun railing, rail, balustrade, handrail, balusters I still remember sliding down the banisters. Translations How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Now write, 'I am very sorry that Miss Wilson saw me when I slid down the banisters this evening. She did not skim over it, but walked down it, and guided herself by the banisters on account of her candle having died out. He bowed as I drew aside to let him pass--his face was fearfully pale--and he held fast by the banisters as he descended the stairs. |
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