railing

noun

rail·​ing ˈrā-liŋ How to pronounce railing (audio)
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1
: a barrier consisting of a rail and supports
2
: rails
also : material for making rails

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He leaned on the deck's railing and watched the sun set. they had to put a childproof railing on the balcony when the baby started walking
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Today, the circle remains covered by dirt and is outlined by plantings and a railing. — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026 Rushing’s eyes traveled along the railing, noting his teammates all on the top step, all relying on him. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026 Pressed against the ship's railing, the sailors spotted a lighthouse and a water tower through binoculars. — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 1 July 2026 People stood shoulder to shoulder and even lined the railings of a nearby parking garage overlooking the square. — Jason Green, Mercury News, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for railing

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of railing was in the 15th century

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railing

noun
rail·​ing ˈrā-liŋ How to pronounce railing (audio)
1
: a barrier (as a fence) consisting of rails and their supports
2
: material for rails

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