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ladder noun

[countable] noun
/ˈlædə(r)/
Example

A fireman climbed the ladder.

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banister banisters bannister
2

a system that has different levels through which you can progress

Example

In that community, being a doctor was a step up on the social ladder.

Example

She was high enough on the corporate ladder to take time off whenever she wanted.

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paygrade walk of life status
3

a long thin hole in stockings or tights. The American word is run.

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arm armhole basque
4

a list of the names of all the players in a sports competition in order, with the best player at the top

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