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steeple

[ˈstiːpl]

steeple Definition

a tall pointed tower on top of a church or other building.

Using steeple: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "steeple" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The steeple of the church was visible from miles away.

  • Example

    The old building's steeple was damaged in the storm.

  • Example

    The town's skyline was dominated by the steeple of the cathedral.

steeple Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for steeple

Phrases with steeple

  • steeples and bells

    a phrase used to refer to churches, especially in a picturesque or romantic way

    Example

    The village was full of steeples and bells, with charming little churches on every corner.

  • a tall, thin steeple that tapers to a point at the top

    Example

    The cathedral's needle steeple was a marvel of Gothic architecture.

  • a steeple with eight sides, often found on churches built in the Gothic Revival style

    Example

    The church's octagonal steeple was a distinctive feature of the local skyline.

Origins of steeple

from Old English 'stēpel', meaning 'a high tower'

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Summary: steeple in Brief

A 'steeple' [ˈstiːpl] is a tall, pointed tower that sits atop a church or other building. It is often a defining feature of a building's architecture, as in 'The steeple of the church was visible from miles away.' 'Steeple' can also be used in phrases like 'steeples and bells,' which evoke a romantic or picturesque image of churches.