guiderail

noun

Meaning

A rail or bar that people can hold for support or guidance, especially on stairs, ramps, or along roads.

Examples

The elderly woman gripped the guiderail tightly as she descended the escalator.
A sturdy guiderail was installed along the mountain trail to prevent hikers from falling.

Synonyms: handrail, banister, guardrail, balustrade

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guiderail

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɡaɪdˌreɪl/

Definition

A rail or bar that people can hold for support or guidance, especially on stairs, ramps, or along roads.

Examples

The elderly woman gripped the guiderail tightly as she descended the escalator.
A sturdy guiderail was installed along the mountain trail to prevent hikers from falling.
Children should be taught to use the guiderail when using moving walkways.

How to Use guiderail

guiderail (noun): a rail for guidance or support — "The guiderail is made of polished steel."
hold the guiderail (collocation): to grip the rail for support — "Always hold the guiderail when using the stairs."
along the guiderail (prepositional phrase): next to or following the line of the rail — "Walk along the guiderail to reach the platform."

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