1. Plural of ladderback; chairs with a back consisting of horizontal slats or rungs resembling a ladder.
Usage: Common in furniture design and interior decoration; Often refers to a traditional or rustic style of chair

Examples

• The farmhouse kitchen was furnished with several ladderbacks painted in a soft cream color.
• Ladderbacks are popular in colonial and rustic home décor.
• She collected antique ladderbacks from the 18th century.
• The dining room featured a set of six matching ladderbacks with woven rush seats.
• Ladderbacks are known for their simple, sturdy construction and timeless appeal.