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obelisks

/ˈɒbɪlɪskz/ noun · British & US
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What does obelisks mean?

noun

A monument in the form of a tall, narrow, four-sided tapering stone, typically with a pyramid-shaped top, used to commemorate a person or event. Obelisks are often associated with ancient Egyptian architecture.

Example

"The ancient Egyptians built many obelisks to honor their pharaohs, which were later adopted by other cultures as symbols of power and grandeur."

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