staircase

noun

stair·​case ˈster-ˌkās How to pronounce staircase (audio)
1
: the structure containing a stairway
2
: a flight of stairs with the supporting framework, casing, and balusters

Examples of staircase in a Sentence

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Spa & Wellness From your Ford Suite, sweep down a discreet staircase into Hayfield’s Tatler award-winning Beautique Spa—the first Elemis spa in Ireland. Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 There’s a blond walnut wooden staircase leading to the second floor. Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 4 Dec. 2024 Additionally, its exterior features a staircase that provides access to a useful rooftop deck area. Adam Williams, New Atlas, 29 Nov. 2024 Photo : Erik Grammer for Sotheby's International Realty The streetside garage connects to the main home below via an elevator and a staircase. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for staircase 

Word History

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of staircase was in 1624

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“Staircase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/staircase. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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staircase

noun
stair·​case -ˌkās How to pronounce staircase (audio)
: a flight of stairs with the supporting structures

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