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Pilot Ladder

Definition:

A pilot ladder refers to a specialized ladder used for embarking and disembarking pilots from ships, particularly in maritime operations.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A ladder specifically designed to ensure safe transfer of pilots between ships and other vessels.

Example sentence: The pilot quickly climbed down the pilot ladder to board the incoming cargo ship.

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Usages:

Usage 1:

Noun: A pilot ladder is required to comply with international regulations for the safety of pilots during embarkation and disembarkation.

Example sentence: The maritime authorities inspected the ship to ensure it had a properly installed pilot ladder.

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Usage 2:

Verb: To pilot ladder refers to the act of using a specialized ladder to climb up or down a ship for pilot transfer.

Example sentence: The experienced pilot laddered onto the tanker to guide it through the narrow channel.

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