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railing

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Noun — A fence or barrier made of horizontal bars and upright supports.

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lean on the railing a metal railing

Etymology

Formed from "rail" plus "-ing."

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What does “railing” mean?

The word “railing” means a fence or barrier made of horizontal bars and upright supports. In plain terms, a protective barrier made of bars, like the kind along a balcony or staircase.

How do you pronounce “railing”?

“Railing” is pronounced RAY-lihng (/ˈɹeɪlɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “railing” in a sentence?

Here is “railing” used in a sentence: “Children lined up along the railing to watch the parade.”

What part of speech is “railing”?

“Railing” is a noun.

Is “railing” a common word?

“Railing” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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