ladder

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/ˈladə/ English

Definitions

noun

A frame, usually portable, of wood, metal, or rope, used for ascent and descent, consisting of two side pieces to which are fastened rungs (cross strips or rounds acting as steps).
A series of stages by which one progresses to a better position.
The hierarchy or ranking system within an organization, such as the corporate ladder.
A length of unravelled fabric in a knitted garment, especially in nylon stockings; a run.

verb

To arrange or form into a shape of a ladder.
To ascend (a building, a wall, etc.) using a ladder.
Of a knitted garment: to develop a ladder as a result of a broken thread.“Oh damn it, I've laddered my tights!”

Related words

Synonyms

stepladder run ravel scale rung ramp staircase stairwell stepping-stone bag purse springboard gangway landing range scales

Associated

watertight ladders briefcase galley firehouse miz hose mess jericho climb retrieve

Rhymes

madder gadder bladder gallbladder stepladder urinary bladder air bladder puff adder padder sadder

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