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Handrail vs Guardrail - What's the difference?

handrail | guardrail |

As nouns the difference between handrail and guardrail

is that handrail is 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 while guardrail is a rail placed alongside a dangerous place in order to improve safety.

handrail

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • 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.

    • See also

    * bannister * balustrade

    guardrail

    English

    (guard rail)

    Alternative forms

    * guard rail

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • A rail placed alongside a dangerous place in order to improve safety.

    • Synonyms

    * guard railing * crash barrier * guide board * guide rail * side rail * traffic barrier