STILE


Meaning of STILE in English

~ 1

■ noun an arrangement of steps set into a fence or wall allowing people to climb over.

Origin

OE stigel , from a Gmc root meaning 'to climb'.

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~ 2

■ noun a vertical piece in the frame of a panelled door or sash window. Compare with rail 1 .

Origin

C17: prob. from Du. stijl 'pillar, doorpost'.

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