A Spindle Holding Up a Handrail

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Treasure Island, Group 1038, Puzzle 2 (Christina Anna Skytte).

Question is: A Spindle Holding Up a Handrail

and the answer is: BALUSTER

Word Meaning:

BALUSTER — (architecture) A short column used in a group to support a rail, as commonly found on the side of a stairway or around a balcony.

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