accommodation ladder
An 'accommodation ladder' is a crucial tool in maritime operations, enabling safe and efficient boarding and disembarking from ships.
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Definition
C1Maritime
(technical)A movable set of steps or a ladder used to connect a ship's deck to the dock, shore, or another vessel.
Example
- The crew lowered the accommodation ladder to allow passengers to board from the dock.
- During the transfer at sea, the sailors carefully positioned the accommodation ladder between the two ships.
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