手すり子 (てすりこ) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
1
noun
baluster; banister
Refers to the vertical posts or spindles that support a handrail, commonly found on staircases and balconies.
rub, fold, print (on cloth)
Similar words
- 手すり
手すり refers to the entire handrail or railing, while 手すり子 specifically denotes the individual vertical supports.
- 欄干
欄干 is a broader term for a railing or balustrade, often including both the top rail and the balusters, and can be used for bridges or verandas.
Etymology
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.
