Newel Post (Noun)
Meaning
The post at the top or bottom of a flight of stairs; it supports the handrail.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The carpenter installed a decorative newel post at the bottom of the staircase to match the rest of the interior design.
- At the top of the stairs, a beautifully crafted newel post supported the handrail and added a touch of elegance to the foyer.
- The homeowners opted for a plain newel post to allow the elegant banister to take center stage in their newly redesigned staircase.
- In order to add more stability to the staircase, the contractor decided to replace the existing newel post with a sturdier one.
- The newel post at the top of the stairs was adorned with intricate carvings that reflected the home's Victorian-era architecture.