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balusterlike en · ADJ

Etymology

From baluster + -like.

Meanings

1. Resembling or characteristic of a baluster.
   • Mr. Passebon is showing whimsical pieces, like a pair of vintage white-lacquered metal garden chairs that are a confection of swirls and flowers, and more serious fare, like a pair of Napoleon III miniature seats upholstered in blue velvet with gilded faux bamboo legs and low, balusterlike round backs, also carved and gilded, in imitation of beaded fringe. 2008 February 15, Wendy Moonan, “Remembering a Woman of Very Original Tastes”, in New York Times:

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