Meaning & Definition of Rung in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A horizontal support on a ladder for the foot.

  Example Sentence: She placed her foot on the third rung of the ladder.

• Definition: A stage in a hierarchy or level.

  Example Sentence: He climbed the corporate ladder until he was on the top rung.

• Definition: A level of a rank or score.

  Example Sentence: She has reached the highest rung in the competition.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English, from Old English 'hrung'

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• climb the rung: To advance in position or status.
• the bottom rung: The lowest level or position in a hierarchy.

Translations

• Spanish: escalón

• French: échelon

• German: Sprosse

• Russian: ступенька

Related Words

• ladder: A structure used for climbing up or down.

• step: One of the surfaces on which you place your foot when walking.

Slang Meanings of rung

• Meaning: To be on the same level as someone else.

  Example Sentence: He's finally rung with the big boys after his latest promotion.

• Meaning: To feel low or down.

  Example Sentence: I was feeling rung after that long day at work.