accommodation ladder
Example Sentences
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Tom had recognised the dear old pater seated beside the port-captain, and as the boat pulled alongside he rushed down the accommodation ladder so as to be the first to welcome him.
From The War of the Axe Adventures in South Africa by Percy-Groves, J.
Mr Rogerson, see that the accommodation ladder is ready; Captain Morrison is coming off.”
From The War of the Axe Adventures in South Africa by Percy-Groves, J.
The delighted captain stood on deck, hat in hand, in a respectful attitude, whilst the Consul, with stiff and cautious steps, ascended the accommodation ladder.
From Skipper Worse by Kielland, Alexander Lange
However, with an effort he recovered his gravity, mounted the short accommodation ladder, saluted the flag, and returned the salutes of his officers and men.
From A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti by Henty, G. A. (George Alfred)
Peaks came alongside, and directed Clyde Blacklock to mount the accommodation ladder, which he did without making any objection.
From Up The Baltic Young America in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark by Optic, Oliver
