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).
A series of stages by which one progresses to a better position.figuratively
The hierarchy or ranking system within an organization, such as the corporate ladder.figuratively
A length of unravelled fabric in a knitted garment, especially in nylon stockings; a run.UK
A sequence of moves following a zigzag pattern and ultimately leading to the capture of the attacked stones.
A league table.Australia, New Zealand
Forms
plural
ladders
Example sentences274 results
Bill climbed the ladder of success until he became the president of the company.
Lingaku