HyperDic: pilot_ladder

English > 1 sense of the expression pilot ladder:
NOUNartifactpilot ladder, Jacob's ladder, jack ladder(nautical) a hanging ladder of ropes or chains supporting wooden or metal rungs or steps
English > pilot ladder: 1 sense > noun 1, artifact
Meaning(nautical) a hanging ladder of ropes or chains supporting wooden or metal rungs or steps.
SynonymsJacob's ladder, jack ladder
Categoryseafaring, navigation, sailingThe work of a sailor / sailor
BroaderladderSteps consisting of two parallel members connected by rungs
SpanishJacob's ladder

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