spire

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Noun spire has 1 sense

steeple, spire - a tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building (usually a church or temple) and that tapers to a point at the top
--₁ is a kind of tower
--₁ has particulars: pinnacle

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Spire

Noun:

1. A tall, pointed structure on top of a building, typically a church, tower, or steeple.

Example: The spire of the cathedral rose majestically above the city skyline.

2. A tapering conical or pyramidal structure on the top of a volcano.

Example: The eruption caused the spires of lava to shoot high into the air.

3. A slender, tapering part of a plant, typically forming a pointed bud and supporting leaves or flowers.

Example: The delicate white spires of the lily of the valley added elegance to the garden.

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