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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The wireless signal would reach all three levels of my home with ease since the staircases are adjacent to the entrance hall. Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 10 May 2025 To get into the park, there is a giant cement staircase, and once inside, there is only one elevator that can transfer fans from the lower to the upper concourses. Vitas Carosella, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025 The staircase is also lined with white flowers along the railings. Kelsie Gibson, People.com, 6 May 2025 But there are carefully restored, spiral red oak staircases to take you to your rooms. Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 5 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for staircase

Word History

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 20 May. 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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