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tower1 definition

tower (to̵u′ər)

noun

  1. a building or structure that is relatively high for its length and width, either standing alone or forming part of another building
  2. such a structure used as a fortress or prison
  3. a person or thing that resembles a tower in height, strength, dominance, etc.

Etymology: ME tour, tur < OE torr & OFr tur, both < L turris, a tower; akin to Gr tyrsis, fortified city

intransitive verb

to rise high or stand high like a tower
tower2 definition

tower (tō′ər)

noun

a person or thing that tows

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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