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pyramid

/ˈpaɪəmɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does pyramid mean?

noun

A polyhedron with a square base and four triangular sides that meet at the apex, typically with a smooth surface and often used as a tomb for a pharaoh in ancient Egypt. A structure or shape resembling this, especially one that is narrow at the top and wider at the base.

Example

"The ancient Egyptians built a massive pyramid as a tomb for their pharaoh."

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