Meaning of tower in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈtaʊ(ə)r/

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  1. Verb

    tower

    Definitions

    1. appear very large or occupy a commanding position

    Examples

    • « The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain »
    • « Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall »

    Derived terms

  2. Noun

    tower

    Etymology

    Old English torr, reinforced in Middle English by Old French tour, from Latin turris, from Greek

    Definitions

    1. a structure taller than its diameter

    Examples

    • « can stand alone or be attached to a larger building »
  3. 2. anything tall and thin approximating the shape of a column or tower

    Examples

    • « the test tube held a column of white powder »
    • « a tower of dust rose above the horizon »
    • « a thin pillar of smoke betrayed their campsite »

    Derived terms

  4. 3. a powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships

    Derived terms

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