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balustrade
a railing supported by small posts, as on a balcony
In more detail
1. (noun) a row of short posts or pillars (called balusters) connected by a rail, used as a protective barrier along stairs, balconies, or the edges of platforms
Examples
- 1. The ornate balustrade along the terrace prevented people from falling over the edge.
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