railing
Americannoun
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a fencelike barrier composed of one or more horizontal rails supported by widely spaced uprights; balustrade.
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rails collectively.
noun
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(often plural) a fence, balustrade, or barrier that consists of rails supported by posts
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rails collectively or material for making rails
Etymology
Origin of railing
Example Sentences
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Designed with a curved railing that spins at the touch of a button, the closet became one of the most recognizable features in the teen’s room throughout the show.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026
Sedlander said the agents backed Olivar up against the wood railing that separates the public area from where the parties sit.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026
Thousands of people protested the opening of the February 6-22 Games, many railing against the social impact, bearing banners saying "Eat the rich, not the city".
From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026
Moments before the fatal shot, King was leaning over a railing in playful conversation with Jackson, who was standing in the parking lot below.
From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026
Marco held George’s arm as they climbed over the railing.
From "I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912" by Lauren Tarshis
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