noun a structure with a square or triangular base and sloping sides that meet at a point
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In mathematics, a pyramid is a polyhedron formed by connecting a polygonal base and a point, called the apex, with triangular faces.
In business, the term 'pyramid scheme' is used to describe a fraudulent business model where new participants' investments are used to pay existing participants.
Pyramids are often depicted in art as symbols of power, stability, and eternity.
In geology, a pyramid can refer to a peak or mountain with a pyramid-like shape.
In architecture, a pyramid is a structure with a square or triangular base and sloping sides that meet at a point at the top.
Pyramids are most commonly associated with ancient Egypt, where they were used as tombs for pharaohs.
In the context of a writer, 'pyramid' may refer to the structure of a story or article, where the most important information is presented first and followed by supporting details in descending order of importance.
In psychology, 'pyramid' may refer to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, a theory that arranges human needs in the shape of a pyramid, with basic physiological needs at the base and higher-level needs like self-actualization at the top.
Archaeologists may use 'pyramid' to refer to the iconic pyramids of ancient civilizations, such as the pyramids of Egypt or Mesoamerica, which were monumental structures used for religious or burial purposes.
For a fitness trainer, 'pyramid' may refer to a type of workout structure where repetitions and/or weight increase and then decrease in a pyramid-like fashion, gradually building up to a peak before tapering off.
In finance, 'pyramid' may refer to a strategy where an investor builds a portfolio with a large base of low-risk investments at the bottom, and smaller, riskier investments as they move up the pyramid, aiming for higher returns.
A graphic designer may use 'pyramid' to refer to a visual composition technique where elements are arranged in a triangular shape, with the most important or largest element at the top and smaller elements cascading down.
In project management, 'pyramid' may refer to a hierarchical structure of project tasks and subtasks, where higher-level tasks are broken down into smaller, more detailed tasks, forming a pyramid-like structure of complexity.
For a marketing specialist, 'pyramid' may refer to a marketing funnel model, where potential customers are led through a series of stages (awareness, interest, desire, action) in a pyramid-like shape, ultimately leading to a conversion.
In education, 'pyramid' may refer to Bloom's Taxonomy, a hierarchical model used to classify educational objectives into levels of complexity, with lower-order thinking skills at the base and higher-order thinking skills at the top.
Civil engineers may use 'pyramid' to refer to a type of construction project where materials or resources are stacked in layers to form a pyramid shape, such as in building earthworks or retaining walls.