Lather

Ladder

In the black country we say:

Lather

This translates to:

Ladder

Example Sentence

Use the step-lather to reach that top shelf.

Description

'Lather' is a common pronunciation of the word 'ladder' in the traditional Black Country dialect. It can also refer to sweat or foam, as in standard English.

Random Black Country Slang!

Suff, Yawl, Lughole, Cankin, Unkyoothe, Sharra, Safta, Purler, Fettle, Chooky, Yoewer, Trapes, Swole, Wurse, Swelth, Cork-aiver, Miskin, Zad, Thaten, Zowk, Wench, Odge, Poorly, Gamp, Wool, Frowtsy, Volve, Ood, Forid, Caghanded,