ladder

[US]/ˈlædə(r)/
[UK]/ˈlædər/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a structure consisting of a series of steps or rungs for climbing up or down
n. something that resembles a ladder in form or function
n. a means of reaching or attaining something
vi. to achieve success or recognition
vt. to place or set up a ladder on

Phrases & Collocations

climb the ladder

step ladder

extension ladder

ladder safety

painter's ladder

aluminum ladder

wooden ladder

ladder diagram

career ladder

social ladder

corporate ladder

rope ladder

ladder type

Example Sentences

the ladder of success

The ladder gave way.

Is this ladder secure?

Is that ladder stable?

the bottom rung of a ladder

stand a ladder against a wall

This ladder won't reach the roof.

This ladder is riddled with woodworm.

The ladder won't reach the window.

The ladder went at the critical moment.

Rest the ladder against the wall.

an extension ladder; an extension cord.

Stand on a ladder and suplex your opponent out of the ring in a ladder match.

Hold the ladder tightly and move up a rung at a time.

a fixed iron ladder down the port side.

a ladder that hooks over the roof ridge.

never lean sideways from a ladder or overreach.

The fire marshal directed the hook-and-ladder units.

Have you any nylons that won't ladder?

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