companion ladder
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of companion ladder
First recorded in 1820–30
Example Sentences
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They walked along for some way in the shadow of the mesa, rounded a projection, and there, in a water worn ravine, was the way up the companion ladder.
From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley
In reply, I bowed and followed him along the saloon to the small companion ladder which led to the deck above.
From A Cabinet Secret by Boothby, Guy Newell
Jack drew himself together and walked towards the companion ladder.
From Little Miss Joy by Marshall, Emma
They stepped together on to the shaky companion ladder, jutting, narrow and slippery, into the water.
From The Undying Past by Sudermann, Hermann
Mr Wiseman ascended the companion ladder and introduced himself.
From By Veldt and Kopje by Scully, W. C. (William Charles)
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