Interior Decorating Terms

noun a handrail or railing, usually supported by posts or balusters, especially on a staircase

• The elegant banister in the grand staircase was handcrafted from solid oak.
• I nearly tripped on the banister while running down the stairs.
• Let's hang out on the banister and watch the sunset.
• She clung to him like a banister, providing support and stability in uncertain times.

verb to dress or decorate in a gaudy or flashy manner

• The actress was bedizened in a stunning gown for the red carpet event.
• She loves to bedizen herself with flashy jewelry and sparkly accessories.
• I'm going to bedizen my room with some cool posters and fairy lights.
• The politician tried to bedizen his speech with flowery language to appeal to the audience.