Escalator Definition & Meaning
escalator
- noun
- a clause in a contract that provides for an increase or a decrease in wages or prices or benefits etc. depending on certain conditions (as a change in the cost of living index)
- a stairway whose steps move continuously on a circulating belt
"Escalator" in song lyrics
See how escalator is used in real songs:
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"Going up to heaven on an escalator"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Saw a Gangsta Cry -
"We run like Cap and Jada, up the escalator"
Bronze Nazareth — Wrong Growth -
"My ?pants? with a DV and my staircase with an escalator"
Buck 65 — Jaws of Life
Words that rhyme with escalator
Usage tips for "escalator"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "escalator" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for escalator to find words that pair well.