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Meaning of the word skyscraper in English

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skyscraper

US /ˈskaɪˌskreɪ.pɚ/
UK /ˈskaɪˌskreɪ.pɚ/
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Noun

1.

a very tall modern building, usually in a city

Example:
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The city skyline is dominated by towering skyscrapers.
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They plan to build a new skyscraper in the downtown area.
Synonym:
towerhigh-risebuilding
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