LADDER

Ladder

A ladder is a vertical or inclined set of rungs or steps. There are two types: rigid ladders that can be leaned against a vertical surface such as a wall, and rope ladders that are hung from the top. The vertical members of a rigid ladder are called stringers or rails or stiles . Rigid ladders are usually portable, but some types are permanently fixed to buildings. They are commonly made of metal, wood, or fibreglass, but they have been known to be made of tough plastic.

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ladder

Noun

  1. 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.
  2. The hierarchy or ranking system within an organization, e.g. the corporate ladder.
  3. A length of unravelled fabric in a knitted garment, especially in nylon stockings; a run.
  4. In the game of go, a sequence of moves following a zigzag pattern and ultimately leading to the capture of the attacked stones.

Verb

  1. To ascend a building or wall using a ladder.
  2. To develop a ladder as a result of a broken thread.


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