Tower

Pronunciation: /ˈtaʊər/

Definitions of Tower

noun a tall, narrow building or structure, typically higher than it is wide, either freestanding or forming part of a building such as a church or castle

Example Sentences

A1 The tower is tall.

A2 The tower has a flag at the top.

B1 The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark in Paris.

B2 The tower loomed large against the skyline.

C1 The tower was built in the 15th century and still stands today.

C2 The tower's architecture is a marvel of engineering.

Examples of Tower in a Sentence

formal The tower stood tall and imposing against the city skyline.

informal Let's meet at the tower in the park later.

slang That new tower is lit, bro!

figurative Her ambition was like a tower, reaching for the stars.

Grammatical Forms of Tower

• past tense: towered
• plural: towers
• comparative: taller
• superlative: tallest
• present tense: tower
• future tense: will tower
• perfect tense: have towered
• continuous tense: is towering
• singular: tower
• positive degree: tower
• infinitive: to tower
• gerund: towering
• participle: towered

Origin and Evolution of Tower

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'Tower' originated from the Latin word 'turris' which means a tall structure or building.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'Tower' has come to refer to various tall structures such as skyscrapers, communication towers, and observation towers, in addition to traditional fortified towers.