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
Mr Wiseman ascended the companion ladder and introduced himself.
From By Veldt and Kopje by W. C. (William Charles) Scully
If old Tichel had come down the companion ladder a minute sooner, he might have saved Willis; and he and Willis between them might have overcome Dan'l.
From The Sea Bride by Ben Ames Williams
Moreover, the companion ladder was steep and narrow.
From The Nameless Island A Story of some Modern Robinson Crusoes by Percy F. (Percy Francis) Westerman
Having donned our hats, we once more made our way to the companion ladder.
From A Cabinet Secret by Guy Newell Boothby
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