Nautical Term: Railing(s)

Definition of Railing(s)

Railing(s): These refer to the horizontal parallel tubing structures that function as safety barriers at the edges of decks on ships.

For instance, when you’re strolling on the deck of a cruise ship, the railing(s) – the decorative, horizontal tubing structures – provide a crucial safety barrier that prevents you from accidentally falling over the edge of the deck.

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