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highrise

/haɪraɪz/ noun · British & US
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What does highrise mean?

noun

A building that is much higher than its surroundings, typically having many floors and often used for residential or commercial purposes.

Example

"The city's skyline was dominated by the highrise buildings that seemed to touch the clouds."

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