What is another word for companion ladder?
Pronunciation: [kəmpˈani͡ən lˈadə] (IPA) 
A companion ladder is a set of steps fixed to the deck of a ship to provide access to the accommodation area. It is also known as a ship's ladder, companionway ladder, or simply companionway. Other synonyms for companion ladder include gangway ladder, accommodation ladder, and boarding ladder. Gangway ladder refers to a ladder used to board or disembark a ship, while an accommodation ladder is a ladder used to access the shore or another vessel in port. Boarding ladder is a generic term for any ladder used to board a vessel, including a companion ladder. Regardless of the term used, a companion ladder is an essential feature for safe access to the crew and passenger spaces on a ship.
