tower

Meanings

• noun

  A large structure, often tall, with several floors and a roof, used for various purposes such as housing, offices, or observation.

  - "The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark in Paris."
  - "The tower offers a beautiful view of the city."
  - "The clock tower strikes every hour."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈtaʊɚ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

donjon

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with tower
tower , power , flower , hour , cower , vower , bower , shower , etc.

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Variants

List of all variants of tower that leads to same result
tower , towered , towerlike , towers , towering , tower block , tower blocks , tower house , tower houses , Tower of Babel , Towers of Babel , Tower Hamlets , tower above , tower above/over , tower over , towered above/over , towering above/over , towers above/over , tower of strength , bell tower , bell towers , conning tower , conning towers

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Etymology

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Old English 'torr' meaning a height or a hill, later developed into a term for a fortified structure.

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Trivia

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1. The tallest freestanding tower in the world is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, which stands at 828 meters (2,717 feet) tall.

2. The Tower of London, built in 1066, is one of the oldest and most famous towers in the world.

3. The Leaning Tower of Pisa is famous for its tilt, which began during its construction and has worsened over the centuries.

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Related Concepts

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1. skyscraper: A tall, continuously habitable building with multiple floors, often used for commercial or residential purposes.

2. castle: A large, fortified building, often with defensive structures, used as a residence for a ruler or noble.

3. observatory: A place where astronomical observations are made, usually equipped with telescopes and other scientific instruments.

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Culture

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Towers have been significant in various cultures throughout history. They have been used as symbols of power and wealth, fortresses, and observatories. In literature, towers are often used as settings in fairy tales and legends, representing isolation, mystery, and the unknown.

How to Memorize "tower"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a tall, vertical structure with multiple floors and a roof. Visualize people entering and exiting the tower, or observe a bird's-eye view of a city with towers scattered throughout.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'tower' with 'height,' 'structure,' or 'fortress.' Create a mental image of a tall, sturdy structure that stands out among its surroundings.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a sentence using the word 'tower' to help remember its definition, such as 'A tower is a tall structure that houses people and provides a view of the surroundings.'

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