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Moving stairs

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Meanings of Moving stairs

Noun

  • A set of stairs that moves up or down automatically, like an escalator.

Explanation of the word: Moving stairs

Moving stairs, or escalators, are stairs that move on their own. You stand on them, and they carry you up or down to another floor.

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Translations for the word: Moving stairs

hindi
मूविंग स्टेयर

Moving Stair

चलती सीढ़ियाँ

Chalti Seedhiyan

सड़क सीढ़ियाँ

Sadak Seedhiyan

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Moving stairs

What does 'moving stairs' mean?
Moving stairs, also known as escalators, are stairs that move up and down to help people get to different floors in a building.
How do you pronounce 'moving stairs'?
You say 'moving stairs' like this: moo-ving stairs.
What is the origin of the term 'moving stairs'?
The term 'moving stairs' comes from the idea of stairs that move, and escalators were invented in the late 19th century to help people travel between floors easily.
What is the meaning of 'moving stairs' in Bengali?
The word 'moving stairs' in Bengali is 'মুভিং স্টেয়ারস' (Mubhiṅ sṭēẏārs).