"ladderwise" meaning in English

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Adverb

Etymology: From ladder + -wise. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|ladder|wise}} ladder + -wise Head templates: {{en-adv|-}} ladderwise (not comparable)
  1. In the manner of a ladder; arranged in ascending steps like a ladder. Tags: not-comparable
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