Pronunciation

/stəˈkeɪs/

Definitions

Noun

A staircase is a set of steps or a series of platforms with a handrail, typically connecting different levels of a building or structure, allowing people to move between floors.

Verb (informal)

To ascend or descend a staircase, often used in the sense of climbing or going up or down the steps.

Phrases

• “Take the staircase to the second floor”
• “Use the back staircase for a quieter entrance”
• “Climb the spiral staircase to reach the rooftop”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She carefully made her way up the winding staircase.”
• Verb: “After work, he climbed the stairs to his apartment on the fifth floor.”
• Informal: “He jogged up the staircase three flights to get home faster.”

Synonyms

• Stairwell
• Steps
• Ladder (informal, usually for indoor use)
• Escalator (mechanical alternative)
• Ramp (for accessibility)

Antonyms

• Elevator
• Lift
• Ramp (for wheelchair access)