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Noun: handrail  'hand`reyl
  1. A railing at the side of a staircase or balcony to prevent people from falling
    - bannister, banister, balustrade, balusters

Derived forms: handrails

Type of: barrier

Part of: balcony

Encyclopedia: Handrail