n. [ OE. steir, steyer, AS. st&aemacr_;ger, from stīgan to ascend, rise. √164. See Sty to ascend. ]
Below stairs,
Flight of stairs,
Pair of stairs,
Run of stairs (Arch.),
Stair rod,
Up stairs.
n. A flight of stairs with their supporting framework, casing, balusters, etc. [ 1913 Webster ]
To make a complete staircase is a curious piece of architecture. Sir H. Wotton. [ 1913 Webster ]
Staircase shell. (Zool.)
n. The head or top of a staircase. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. A flight of stairs or steps; a staircase. “A rude and narrow stairway.” Moore. [ 1913 Webster ]