1660s, unexplained corruption of baluster. As late as 1830 condemned as "vulgar," it is now accepted. Surname Bannister is from Old French banastre "basket," hence, "basket-maker."
权威例句
1. She grasped hold of the banister to support herself.
她抓住楼梯扶手以支撑住自己的身体.
2. The boys amused themselves by sliding down the banister.
男孩们从楼梯扶手滑下以取乐.
3. He arched over the banister to grab her hand.
他拱起身子越过栏杆去抓她的手.
4. A whippoorwill came in and sat on the banister and sung.