stile
1 of 2noun (1)
ˈstī(-ə)l 
: a step or set of steps for passing over a fence or wall
also : turnstile
stile
2 of 2noun (2)
: one of the vertical members in a frame or panel into which the secondary members are fitted
Word History
Etymology
Noun (1)
Middle English, from Old English stigel; akin to Old English stǣger stair — more at stair
Noun (2)
probably from Dutch stijl post
First Known Use
Noun (1)
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
Noun (2)
1678, in the meaning defined above
Kids Definition
stile
noun
ˈstīl
1
: a step or set of steps for crossing a fence or wall
2
: turnstile