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newel

Pronunciation: /ˈnjuːəl/
Definition of newel

noun

  • the central supporting pillar of a spiral or winding staircase.
  • (also newel post) a post at the head or foot of a flight of stairs, supporting a handrail.

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French nouel 'knob', from medieval Latin nodellus, diminutive of Latin nodus 'knot'

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