steeple

US /ˈstiː.pəl/
UK /ˈstiː.pəl/
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Kirchturm, Turm

a tall, pointed tower on a church or other public building

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The church's tall steeple could be seen from miles away.
Der hohe Kirchturm war meilenweit zu sehen.
A lightning bolt struck the steeple during the storm.
Ein Blitz schlug während des Sturms in den Kirchturm ein.
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falten, zusammenlegen

to place or arrange (one's fingers or hands) in a raised, tapering shape, typically as a gesture of contemplation or self-satisfaction

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The professor steepled his fingers as he considered the student's question.
Der Professor faltete seine Finger, während er die Frage des Studenten überlegte.
She sat back, steepled her hands, and smiled knowingly.
Sie lehnte sich zurück, faltete ihre Hände und lächelte wissend.