steeple

US /ˈstiː.pəl/
UK /ˈstiː.pəl/
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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.
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A lightning bolt struck the steeple during the storm.
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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.
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She sat back, steepled her hands, and smiled knowingly.
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