[1] : The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

handrail \hand"rail`\ n.
   a rail1 at the side of staircase or balcony to prevent
   people from falling; -- shaped so as to be conveniently
   gripped with the hand; as, please hold onto the handrail when
   crossing the walkway.

   syn: bannister, banister, balustrade, balusters.
        wordnet 1.5

[2] : WordNet (r) 2.0

handrail
     n : a railing at the side of a staircase or balcony to prevent
         people from falling syn: bannister, banister, balustrade,
          balusters
see also:
bannister banister balustrade balusters 

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