Balustrades

/ˈbæl.əs.treɪdz/ noun

Definition

Plural of balustrade; multiple decorative railings made of rows of small posts topped with rails.

Etymology

Simply the plural of balustrade, following English pluralization conventions. The singular 'balustrade' derives from Italian and Latin roots originating in the 1600s.

Kelly Says

If you walk through a historic city and notice balustrades, you're literally walking through architecture from the 1600s-1800s—they're so durable that countless original balustrades still protect buildings after 400+ years, making them one of history's most successful design solutions!

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