1. having runs or tears that create a ladder-like pattern
Usage: primarily used with hosiery

1. past tense of ladder; developed runs or tears in a ladder-like pattern
Usage: primarily used with hosiery

Examples

• Her laddered stockings needed to be replaced.
• The pantyhose laddered as soon as she put them on.
• She threw away the laddered tights.
• The delicate fabric laddered easily when snagged.
• Her laddered nylons were beyond repair.
• The hosiery laddered from her fingernail.