ladder >> ˈladə
Definition: [noun] a piece of equipment consisting of a series of bars or steps between two upright lengths of wood, metal, or rope, used for climbing up or down something.
Definition: [noun] a vertical strip of unravelled fabric in tights or stockings.
Example: one of Sally's stockings developed a ladder
Definition: [verb] (with reference to tights or stockings) develop or cause to develop a ladder.
Example: I laddered my tights as I arrived this morning