ladder

/ˈlad.ə/noun
Middle School
1

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).

2

A series of stages by which one progresses to a better position.

3

The hierarchy or ranking system within an organization, such as the corporate ladder.

4

A length of unravelled fabric in a knitted garment, especially in nylon stockings; a run.

5

A sequence of moves following a zigzag pattern and ultimately leading to the capture of the attacked stones.

6

A league table.

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