CEFR A2

escalator

noun

Meaning

A moving staircase that carries people up or down between different levels of a building.

Examples

The escalator took us to the second floor of the department store.
Children love to ride the escalator at the train station.

Synonyms: moving stairs, travelator

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escalator (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɛskəleɪtər/

Definition

A moving staircase that carries people up or down between different levels of a building.

Examples

The escalator took us to the second floor of the department store.
Children love to ride the escalator at the train station.
Be careful when stepping onto the escalator, especially with small bags.

Synonyms of escalator

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