handrail

== English == === Etymology === From hand +‎ rail. === Pronunciation === (General American) IPA(key): /ˈhændˌɹeɪl/ === Noun === handrail (plural handrails) A rail which can be held, such as on the side of a staircase, ramp or other walkway, and serving as a support or guard. A moving continuous belt-like rail on either side of an escalator which users can hold on to for support. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ==== === See also === === Anagrams === hard nail