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guardrail Definition

guard·rail (gärd′rāl′)

noun

  1. a railing that serves as a protective barrier, as on a staircase or alongside a highway
  2. ☆ an extra rail alongside the main rail of a railroad at a crossing, etc., as to keep the cars on the track

guardrail Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • have: Elevated surfaces such as platforms, ramps, and bridges should have guardrails that would prevent accidental falls.
  • use: Follow the best trajectories by using the guardrails, but watch out because your opponents are gunning for you.

Adjective modifier

  • pedestrian: Don't attach fly-posters or advertising banners to pedestrian Guardrail.
  • secure: All structures require secure guardrails at any place where a person might fall two meters or more.

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