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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

spires

/ˈspaɪrz/ noun · British & US
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What does spires mean?

noun

A spire is a tapering structure, typically pointed, that rises from the roof of a building, especially a church or other place of worship. Spires can also refer to the pointed or tapering part of a mountain or rock.

Example

"The cathedral's tall spires reached high into the sky, a striking feature of the city's skyline."

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