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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Her home is decorated in creams and blues, with a spiral wooden staircase, plush sofas and giant windows that look out on stands of birch trees. Rebecca Keegan, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Feb. 2025 At the top of the staircase, which has its original wood balusters, are two more bedrooms, with hardwood floors and angled ceilings. Angela Serratore, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2025 Highlights of the digs include its terra-cotta and oak parquet flooring, in addition to its five fireplaces, two stately staircases, library, and elevator. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2025 This ancient building, linked to the Caral civilization, features three rectangular platforms and a central staircase. Stories By Real-Time News Team, With Ai Summarization, Miami Herald, 7 Feb. 2025 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 22 Feb. 2025.

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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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