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tower

/ˈtaʊə/

/ˈtaʊɚ/

Translations

towernoun

towers

/ˈtaʊə/

/ˈtaʊɚ/

башня

The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous landmarks in the world.

Эйфелева башня — одна из самых известных достопримечательностей в мире.

вышка

The radio tower was visible from miles away.

Радиовышка была видна за много миль.

Additional translations

Synonyms

observation tower

towerverb

towered

Past Simple

towered

Past Participle

towering

Gerund

/ˈtaʊ.ə/

/ˈtaʊ.ɚ/

возвышаться

The skyscraper towers over the city.

Небоскрёб возвышается над городом.

Synonyms

toweradjective

Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to or characteristic of a tower (e.g., "tower crane").

Synonyms

Definitions

towernoun

A tall, narrow building or structure that may stand alone or be part of a larger building, often used for observation, defense, or as a landmark.

The ancient castle was equipped with a tall tower that provided a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside.

A structure or part of a structure that is higher than it is wide, often used for specific purposes such as broadcasting or storage.

The radio tower on the hill ensures that the entire city receives a clear signal.

A tall, vertical structure used in construction, often for supporting cranes or other equipment.

The steel tower was erected to support the construction crane on the site.

A tall, vertical stack or column, often used in industrial settings for processes such as distillation or cooling.

The refinery's cooling tower emitted steam as it processed the crude oil.

towerverb

To rise or extend to a great height.

The skyscraper towers over the city skyline.

To dominate or surpass others in importance, size, or ability.

In the debate, she towered over her opponents with her eloquence.

toweradjective

Relating to or designed for a tower, or involving towers.

The engineers installed a tower signal light at the airfield.