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(), 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.] スポンサード リンク
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