escalade

Meanings

• noun

  A steep climb or ascent, especially one involving a series of steps or stages.

  - "The hikers reached the summit of the escalade after hours of climbing."
  - "The escalade to the castle was challenging but rewarding."

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Variants

List of all variants of escalade that leads to same result
escalade , escaladed , escalader , escaladers , escalades , escalading

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Etymology

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From Old French escalade, from escalier 'staircase'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'escalade' is also used in the sport of rock climbing to describe a difficult section of a route.

2. In medieval Europe, the term 'escalade' was used to describe a military tactic involving the scaling of walls or fortifications.

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Related Concepts

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1. staircase: A series of steps or stairs providing access to different levels or floors.

2. assault: An attack or attempt to take control of something, often involving force or violence.

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Culture

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In literature, 'escalade' is often used metaphorically to describe a difficult challenge or series of steps that must be overcome. It has also been used in the context of military strategy, particularly in relation to scaling walls or fortifications.

How to Memorize "escalade"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a steep climb or ascent, such as a mountain trail or a set of stairs. Imagine yourself making your way up, step by step.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'escalade' with the idea of a challenging climb or ascent. Think of the word 'staircase' or 'mountain' when you see or hear the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device by associating the word 'escalade' with a memorable phrase, such as 'Every Step Can Ascend A Lofty Destination'.

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