Definition of escalator Escalator

/ɛˈskʌlejˌtɚ/ - [eskuleyter] - es•ca•la•tor

We found 7 definitions of escalator from 4 different sources.

What does escalator mean?

Noun Plural: escalators
escalator - a stairway whose steps move continuously on a circulating belt
		moving staircase, moving stairway
escalator - 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)
		escalator clause

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escalator (Noun)
A motor-driven mechanical device consisting of a continuous loop of steps that automatically conveys people from one floor to another.
escalator (Noun)
An upward or progressive course.
escalator (Noun)
An escalator clause .