Word: Articulated Ladder
Definition: An articulated ladder is a type of ladder made up of several sections (usually four) that are connected by joints. These joints allow the ladder to bend and move in different ways but can be locked to keep the ladder stable when it is in use.
Usage Instructions:
When to use: You would use the term "articulated ladder" when talking about ladders that have flexible sections, making them useful for reaching high places or working on uneven surfaces.
Context: This term is often used in construction, maintenance, and by firefighters.
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Word Variants:
Articulate (verb): To express an idea clearly and effectively. Though it shares the root word, it refers to speaking rather than ladders.
Articulation (noun): The action of putting into words an idea or feeling, but it does not refer to the ladder itself.
Different Meanings:
Articulated (adjective): Can also mean clearly expressed or capable of expressing ideas clearly when referring to a person.
Ladder (noun): A device for climbing, usually consisting of two vertical supports and a series of horizontal rungs.
Synonyms:
Folding ladder
Multi-position ladder
Adjustable ladder
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
"Climb the ladder": This idiom means to advance in one's career or social status, unrelated to the physical ladder.
There are no specific phrasal verbs related to "articulated ladder," but you might say "set up the ladder" or "put away the ladder," which refer to using the ladder.
Summary:
An articulated ladder is a flexible, multi-section ladder that can be locked into place, making it ideal for various tasks.