Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ramp
noun
ræmp
Definition
A slope or inclined plane for joining two different levels.
Examples
- The loading ramp made it easy to unload the goods from the truck.
- She walked up the ramp to access the stage.
- Ramps are essential for wheelchair accessibility.
Meaning
A ramp is used to facilitate movement from one height to another, making it easier for people and vehicles to access different levels or surfaces without the need for stairs.
Synonyms
- slope
- incline
- escalator (in a figurative sense)
- grade
