tower

/ˈtaʊər/

noun

Kule, yüksek ve dar yapı

A tall, narrow building or structure, either standing alone or forming part of a larger building.

  • The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous landmarks in Paris.
  • We could see the church tower from miles away.
  • They built a watchtower on the hill.
  • The ancient limestone tower served as both a defensive fortification and an astronomical observatory for early civilizations.
  • Urban planners debate whether constructing another residential tower will alleviate or exacerbate the city's housing shortage.
  • Cellular companies must obtain permits before erecting a new communication tower in environmentally sensitive areas.
verb

Yükselmek; çevresinden çok daha uzun olmak

To rise to a great height; to be very tall in comparison to surroundings.

  • The skyscraper towers over the neighboring buildings.
  • Mount Everest towers above all other peaks.
  • He towers over his classmates at six feet five inches.