Ladder
/lˈædər/
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Definition
(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).
Sentence Examples
Bill climbed the ladder of success until he became the president of the company.
Stand the ladder against the wall.
CEFR Practice Quiz
He climbed up the tall wooden ____ to reach the ripe apples that were growing at the top of the tree.