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tower

The correct spelling is tower.

How to pronounce tower

/ˈtaʊ.ə(ɹ)/
noun

IPA: /ˈtaʊ.ə(ɹ)/

Say it like: Tow-er

The correct spelling is tower. A very tall iron-framed structure, usually painted red and white, on which microwave, radio, satellite, or other communication antennas are installed; mast. For example: "The office block towered into the sky."

Usage Examples

The office block towered into the sky.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A very tall iron-framed structure, usually painted red and white, on which microwave, radio, satellite, or other communication antennas are installed; mast.
  2. 2.A similarly framed structure with a platform or enclosed area on top, used as a lookout for spotting fires, plane crashes, fugitives, etc.
  3. 3.A water tower.
  4. 4.A control tower.
  5. 5.Any very tall building or structure; skyscraper.

verb

  1. 1.To be very tall.
  2. 2.To be high or lofty; to soar.
  3. 3.To soar into.

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