Meaning of the word spire in English

What does spire mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

spire

US /spaɪr/

UK /spaɪər/

a tapering conical or pyramidal structure on the top of a building, typically a church tower

Example:

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The church's tall spire could be seen from miles away.

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The architect designed a modern building with a glass spire.

Synonym:

steeple pinnacle obelisk minaret turret

to rise or extend in a spire or a tapering form

Example:

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The mountains spire into the clouds.

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The ancient tree's branches spire towards the sky.

Synonym:

tower soar ascend rise climb