baluster; banister
Refers to the vertical posts or spindles that support a handrail, commonly found on staircases and balconies.
One of the balusters on the staircase was broken.
These balusters are made of wood and have fine carvings.
Standard spelling using 手すり (handrail) + 子 (small element).
Alternate spelling using the less common kanji 摺 for すり.
Compound of 手すり (handrail) and 子 (small element, child), literally 'handrail child', referring to the small vertical posts that make up a railing.