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   ladder

   /ˈladə/

   noun

   • 1. a piece of equipment consisting of a series of bars or steps between two upright lengths of wood, metal, or rope, used for climbing up or down something.
   • ▪ a series of ascending stages by which someone or something may progress: "employees on their way up the career ladder"
   • 2. a vertical strip of unravelled fabric in tights or stockings: British "one of Sally's stockings developed a ladder"

   verb

   • 1. (with reference to tights or stockings) develop or cause to develop a ladder: British "I laddered my tights as I arrived this morning"

   Word Origin Old Englishhlǣd(d)er, of West Germanic origin; related to Dutch leer and German Leiter.

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   How do you find the best ladders?

   • To find the best ladders, we first tested 23 models in our Lab—including various types such as extension, multi-position, and step ladders—and evaluated them based on qualities like design, portability, overall value, and more. Following those tests, we continued to evaluate these ladders at home for six months.

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   What is the purpose of a ladder?

   • The purpose of a ladder is therefore primarily as a means of access and not a device to work from. Mobile work platforms are effectively a type of portable ladder that feature a solid, stable platform area where a worker can stand comfortably, elimination the need for 3 points of contact.

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   What is a straight ladder?

   • A straight ladder is the most basic and commonly used type of ladder. It consists of one long, straight section and is typically leaned against a surface for support. When using a straight ladder: Ensure the ladder is tall enough to reach your desired height without standing on the top rungs.

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3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishLADDER | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   LADDER definition: 1. a piece of equipment used for climbing up and down, that consists of two vertical bars or pieces…. Learn more.

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     LADDER meaning: 1. a piece of equipment used for climbing up...

   • Znaczenie Ladder, Definicja W Cambridge English Dictionary

     ladder definicja: 1. a piece of equipment used for climbing...

   • Ladder: French Translation

     LADDER translate: échelle [feminine], échelle [feminine],...

   • Ladder: Korean Translation

     LADDER translate: 사다리. Learn more in the Cambridge...

   • Ladder: Italian Translation

     LADDER translate: scala a pioli, scala, smagliatura,...

   • Ladder: Arabic Translation

     LADDER translate: سُلَّم. Learn more in the Cambridge...

   • Ladder Spanish Translation

     LADDER translate: escalera, escalera [feminine, singular],...

   • Ladder: Polish Translation

     LADDER translate: drabina, drabina, oczko, podrzeć, puszczać...

4. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › ladderLadder Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of LADDER is a structure for climbing up or down that consists essentially of two long sidepieces joined at intervals by crosspieces on which one may step. How to use ladder in a sentence.

5. www.thefreedictionary.com › ladderLadder - definition of ladder by The Free Dictionary

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   1. a portable framework of wood, metal, rope, etc, in the form of two long parallel members connected by several parallel rungs or steps fixed to them at right angles, for climbing up or down. 2. any hierarchy conceived of as having a series of ascending stages, levels, etc: the social ladder. 3. a. anything resembling a ladder.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishLADDER definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   noun. 1. a portable framework of wood, metal, rope, etc, in the form of two long parallel members connected by several parallel rungs or steps fixed to them at right angles, for climbing up or down. 2. any hierarchy conceived of as having a series of ascending stages, levels, etc. the social ladder.

7. www.dictionary.com › browse › ladderLADDER Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Ladder definition: a structure of wood, metal, or rope, commonly consisting of two sidepieces between which a series of bars or rungs are set at suitable distances, forming a means of climbing up or down.. See examples of LADDER used in a sentence.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › ladderLADDER | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   LADDER definition: a piece of equipment that is used to reach high places, consisting of short steps fixed between two…. Learn more.

9. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › ladderLadder - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

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   noun. steps consisting of two parallel members connected by rungs; for climbing up or down. see more. a ladder consisting of segments (usually four) that are held together by joints that can lock in place. (nautical) a hanging ladder of ropes or chains supporting wooden or metal rungs or steps.