B2nounhometransport
US/ˈhænd.reɪl/
UK/ˈhænd.reɪl/
a bar along stairs or a ramp that you hold to stop yourself falling
In context
Hold the handrail when you go down these steep stairs.
The old man gripped the handrail and slowly climbed the steps.
The metal handrail was cold and wet after the rain.
Words that go with handrail
verb + noun
- hold the handrailPlease hold the handrail on the escalator.
- grip the handrailShe gripped the handrail as the boat rocked.
- install a handrailThe council will install a handrail by the steps.
verb + preposition
- lean on the handrailHe leaned on the handrail to rest.
adjective + noun
- wooden handrailA wooden handrail ran along the staircase.
- metal handrailThey fitted a metal handrail beside the ramp.