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What does latter mean in text?

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What does latter mean in text?

distinguished from former

What is latter law?

Legal Dictionary, Thesaurus (latter) Definition: (a.) Later; more recent; coming or happening after something else; — opposed to former; as, the former and latter rain. (a.) Of two things, the one mentioned second.

What is choosing the latter?

Originally Answered: What does the expression “I chose the latter” mean? Latter can denote the second, out of two choices, or near the end part of something, as opposed to the beginning. “I chose the latter.” Sounds like the chosen subject was out of two choices. The second is chosen.

What is the ladder?

A ladder is a vertical or inclined set of rungs or steps. The vertical members of a rigid ladder are called stringers or rails (US) or stiles (UK). Rigid ladders are usually portable, but some types are permanently fixed to a structure, building, or equipment.

What is a fly on a ladder?

FLY – The extendable and retractable section or sections of an extension ladder. GUIDES – The metal strips on an extension ladder which guide the fly section or sections while being extended or retracted. HALYARD – The rope used to extend or retract the fly.

How should short ladders be carried?

maintain three points of contact at the working position. This means two feet and one hand, or when both hands need to be free for a brief period, two feet and the body supported by the stepladder (see Figure 5 and associated text). whether the stepladder can be tied (eg when side-on working).

Can you paint ladders?

Do not paint wooden ladders. Defects may be hidden by the paint. Wood preservatives or clear coatings may be used.

What is the best way to make sure that a ladder is secure and won’t slip?

Use wall grips on the risers to prevent side slipping when a ladder is leaning against a smooth surface. Attach a ladder stay (i.e., ladder stabilizer) across the back of a ladder where a surface cannot stand the load. Extend the stay across a window for firm support against the building walls or window frame.