tower: significato e definizioni

A building or part of a building that is exceptionally high in proportion to its width and length.

A tall, slender structure used for observation, signaling, or pumping.

One that conspicuously embodies strength, firmness, or another virtue.

Computer Science A computer system whose components are arranged in a vertical stack and housed in a tall, narrow cabinet.

To appear at or rise to a conspicuous height; loom: "There he stood, grown suddenly tall, towering above them” ( J.R.R. Tolkien). See Synonyms at rise.

To fly directly upward before swooping or falling. Used of certain birds.

To demonstrate great superiority; be preeminent: towers over other poets of the day.