steeple meaning

UK US /ˈstipəl/ 2 syllables

steeple (noun): a tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building (usually a church or temple) and that tapers to a point at the top.

Definition of steeple

  1. a tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building (usually a church or temple) and that tapers to a point at the top

    Synonyms: spire

    Type of: tower

    Kinds: pinnacle

How to pronounce steeple

steeple is pronounced /ˈstipəl/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Words that rhyme with steeple

Scrabble score: 9 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with ST · words ending in LE · 7-letter words

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