ladder
//ˈlædər//
Translation
ladder
Definition
A ladder is a piece of equipment consisting of two long parallel pieces of wood, metal, or rope joined by a series of horizontal steps (rungs), used for climbing up or down to reach high places. It is commonly found in households for tasks like changing light bulbs, painting walls, or accessing roofs. Ladders can be portable or fixed, and they come in various types such as step ladders, extension ladders, and rope ladders. The word also has a figurative meaning related to progress or hierarchy, but here we focus on the physical object.
Example
“He climbed the ladder to clean the gutters.”
“Make sure the ladder is stable before you step on it.”
“She used a step ladder to reach the top shelf.”
“The firefighter extended the ladder to rescue the cat.”
“Always place the ladder on a flat, solid surface.”
“He fell off the ladder while painting the ceiling.”
“We need a longer ladder to reach the roof.”
“The children played with a rope ladder in the backyard.”
“She carried the ladder across the garden to pick apples.”
“The ladder wobbled as he climbed higher.”
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