guard rail

Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words

A bar fixed in a dangerous place to prevent people from falling.

railADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

guard

Examples (10)

  • The newly installed guard rail prevented the car from falling into the ravine.
  • Workers are currently repairing the damaged guard rail along the highway.
  • Always hold onto the guard rail when climbing the steep stairs.
  • The construction site was surrounded by a temporary guard rail for safety.
  • Children were warned not to lean over the guard rail on the bridge.
  • A strong guard rail is essential on mountain roads.
  • She instinctively reached for the guard rail as the ship lurched.
  • The architects designed a sleek, modern guard rail for the balcony.
  • After the accident, authorities ordered a review of all guard rail specifications.
  • The old wooden guard rail was replaced with a more robust metal one.