Meaning & Definition of word "Stair"

Stair

/stɛr/

1. A set of steps leading from one floor of a building to another.
- Example: She climbed the stairs quickly to catch the train.
2. Each individual step in a staircase.
- Example: He tripped and fell down a few stairs.
3. A series of steps or a staircase; can also refer to levels or degrees.
- Example: They are at the top stair of the corporate ladder.

●Old English 'stēger' implying a step or ladder.

stairway to heaven:

A metaphorical or literal path to enlightenment or fulfillment.

step by step:

In a gradual and orderly manner.

take the stairs:

To choose the stairs instead of the elevator.

escalator:

A moving staircase that transports people between floors.

staircase:

A set of stairs in a building.

ladder:

A structure used for climbing, consisting of a series of steps.

Meaning: Staircase banter

● Example Sentence: Their hilarious conversations on the staircase became legendary.

Meaning: Going up the stairs

● Example Sentence: I heard he's going up the stairs in the company fast.