Meaning of the word baluster in English

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baluster

US /ˈbæl.ə.stər/
UK /ˈbæl.ə.stər/

Noun

a short pillar or column, typically decorative, used in a series to support a rail or coping

Example:
The old staircase had beautifully carved wooden balusters.
Each baluster was carefully placed to support the handrail.