bangor ladder

bangor ladder
noun also bangor \\ˈbaŋˌgȯ(ə)r, -aiŋ-, -ˌgȯ(ə), -_gə(r)\
Usage: usually capitalized B
Etymology: from Bangor, Maine, where it was invented
: a long extension ladder controlled by means of poles and used in fire fighting

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