toprail

[ top-reyl ]

noun

1. the uppermost rail of the back of a chair or the like; a crest rail.

Word History and Origins

Origin of toprail¹

First recorded in 1670–80; top ¹ + rail ¹

Example Sentences

As he rode near he saw Jones sitting on the stockyard toprail, apparently enjoying an evening pipe.

From Project Gutenberg