Balustrade

Pronunciation: /ˈbæləˌstreɪd/

Definitions of balustrade

noun a railing supported by balusters, especially an ornamental parapet on a balcony, bridge, or terrace

Example Sentences

A1 The balustrade along the staircase kept me from falling.

A2 She leaned against the balustrade while admiring the view.

B1 The ornate balustrade added a touch of elegance to the balcony.

B2 The balustrade on the bridge was intricately designed and well-maintained.

C1 The architect meticulously designed the balustrade to complement the historic building.

C2 The balustrade, made of marble and adorned with intricate carvings, was a masterpiece of craftsmanship.

Examples of balustrade in a Sentence

formal The elegant balustrade along the staircase added a touch of sophistication to the building's design.

informal I nearly tripped over the balustrade while trying to take a shortcut down the stairs.

slang Hey, watch out for that fancy railing thingy, you might fall over it!

figurative The balustrade of society separates the elite from the common folk.

Grammatical Forms of balustrade

• plural: balustrades
• comparative: more balustrade
• superlative: most balustrade
• present tense: balustrades
• future tense: will balustrade
• perfect tense: have balustraded
• continuous tense: is balustrading
• singular: balustrade
• positive degree: balustrade
• infinitive: to balustrade
• gerund: balustrading
• participle: balustraded

Origin and Evolution of balustrade

First Known Use: 1657 year

Language of Origin: Italian/Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'balustrade' is derived from the Italian word 'balaustrata', which comes from the Latin word 'balaustrum' meaning 'wild pomegranate flower'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a row of balusters topped by a rail, the term 'balustrade' has evolved to encompass any railing supported by balusters, commonly found in architecture and design.