towering (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈtaʊər/
Definition
A tall, narrow building, either standing alone or forming part of a larger building, typically with a pointed top.
Examples
The castle had a tall, imposing tower that overlooked the surrounding countryside.
They climbed to the top of the observation tower for a panoramic view of the city.
A single, slender tower rose from the center of the ancient ruins.
How to Use towering
- tower over (phrasal verb)
- To be much taller than someone or something else. — "The new skyscrapers tower over the older buildings in the city."
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