Is it the ladder or the latter?
“Ladder” is an object, a piece of equipment used in constructions or homes to reach higher spots. “Latter“, on the other hand, is most commonly used as a formal adjective, placed in front of a noun, referring to the second half or the last time/days/months of a period.
Is the ladder the first or second?
In the expression that refers to making a choice between two options, the word is latter, not ladder. The first option is called the former: Father gave us our choice of the blue Mustang or the red Corvette. I chose the former and Charlie chose the latter.
What is the latter mean?
1 : the second one of two things or people that have been mentioned Of these two options, the former is less expensive, while the latter is less risky. 2 : the last thing or person mentioned Of chicken, fish, and meat, I like the latter best.
What is the right spelling of ladder?
Correct spelling for the English word “ladder” is [lˈadə], [lˈadə], [l_ˈa_d_ə] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
What does ladder mean?
A ladder is a series of steps made out of wood, plastic or metal used to climb to a greater height. A ladder is generally portable. Ladder is also used figuratively to mean a way to attain a greater height socially, in business, etc. Ladder is also used in British English to mean a run in a stocking.
Who is holding the ladder?
The labourer is holding the ladder.
Who’s Holding Your Ladder quotes?
“Those who hold the ladder control the ascent of the visionaries.”
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