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

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Thousand Steps Beach, also called 9th Street Beach, is publicly accessible by a steep staircase. Sandra McDonald, Los Angeles Times, 1 Feb. 2025 Presented in the Grand Palais, on a runway that featured a crossing C formed by two monumental staircases, reflecting the house’s double-C logo, the collection was designed by the studio while awaiting the arrival of new designer Matthieu Blazy, who is expected to join by April 2025. Alice Pfeiffer, CNN, 31 Jan. 2025 The apartment includes a greenhouse, a central selling point for Corcoran, a curved staircase, and a terrace with gorgeous views of the city. Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 31 Jan. 2025 It's accessed by a staircase and has a low ceiling and a double bed. Adam Williams, New Atlas, 30 Jan. 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 16 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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