ziqqurat (B1)
noun
Definition
Ziqqurat means a temple tower of the ancient Mesopotamian valley, having the form of a terraced pyramid of successively receding stories.
Examples
The article uses ziqqurat to mean (archaeology) A temple tower of the ancient Mesopotamian valley, having the form....
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How to Use ziqqurat
- a/the ziqqurat (noun pattern)
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- ziqqurat in context (usage pattern)
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