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tower
noun
verb
A structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
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ˈtaʊ.ə(ɹ)
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noun
A structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
noun
Anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower
“The test tube held a column of white powder”
noun
A powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships
verb
Appear very large or occupy a commanding position
“The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain”
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The test tube held a column of white powder
A tower of dust rose above the horizon
A thin pillar of smoke betrayed their campsite
The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain
Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall
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