Steeple (Noun)
Meaning
A tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building (usually a church or temple) and that tapers to a point at the top.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The historic church's steeple stood tall and proud, a symbol of the community's faith and heritage.
- As the sun set, the steeple of the old temple cast a long shadow across the surrounding landscape.
- The architect designed the steeple to be the focal point of the new cathedral, with intricate stone carvings and stunning stained glass windows.
- After the storm, the congregation gathered to assess the damage to the church's steeple, which had been partially destroyed.
- From the top of the hill, the steeple of the village church rose above the rooftops, a beacon of hope and guidance.