Definition of Balusters. Meaning of Balusters. Synonyms of Balusters

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Definition of Balusters

Baluster
Baluster Bal"us*ter, n. [F. balustre, It. balaustro, fr. L. balaustium the flower of the wild pomegranate, fr. Gr. balay`stion; -- so named from the similarity of form.] (Arch.) A small column or pilaster, used as a support to the rail of an open parapet, to guard the side of a staircase, or the front of a gallery. See Balustrade. [Corrupted into banister.]

Meaning of Balusters from wikipedia

- wrought iron. Cast-stone balusters were a development of the 18th century in Great Britain (see Coade stone), and cast iron balusters a development largely...
- the size of the knops and more elegant gl****es, known as light balusters or just balusters. When the knops became no more than swellings of the stem, the...
- "volute" that connects the tops of the balusters. Besides the cosmetic appeal, starting steps allow the balusters to form a wider, more stable base for...
- window's sill and is typically made with sliding panel-covers behind balusters or grills. Bobby Mañosa's traditional methods for his design of the Coconut...
- basilica and architecture characterised by pilaster-strips, blank arcading, baluster shafts and triangular headed openings. After the Norman conquest in 1066...
- support in bathrooms or similar areas. Handrails are typically supported by balusters or attached to walls. Similar items not covered in this article include...
- supporting the coping of a parapet or the handrail of a staircase. A series of balusters supporting a handrail or coping is called a balustrade. Bar-sta**** girder...
- also heavily used: flutings, pilasters (fluted and unfluted), fluted balusters (twisted and straight), columns (engaged and unengaged, sometimes replaced...
- common uses: As a solder. It was used to secure cast iron railings and balusters in pockets in stone bases and steps. As a heat transfer medium in heating...
- typically spaced 50' along walkways, such as conveyor platforms. Stanchions (balusters or bollards) are also the upright posts inserted into the ground or floor...