hanging stile

noun

1. the stile of a door, shutter, etc., by which it is hung.
2. the stile of a window frame from which a casement sash is hung.
3. pulley stile.

Word History and Origins

Origin of hanging stile¹

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

In all these cases the hanging stile had pivots at the top and bottom.

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