Steeple: meaning, definitions and examples

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steeple

 

[ ˈstiːpəl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

architecture

A tall, pointed structure on top of a building, especially a church tower.

Synonyms

belfry, spire, tower

Examples of usage

  • The steeple of the cathedral soared into the sky.
  • The steeple could be seen from miles away.
Context #2 | Noun

religion

A tower or spire on a church, often with a bell.

Synonyms

bell tower, campanile

Examples of usage

  • The church bells rang from the steeple.
  • The steeple was a landmark in the town.

Translations

Translations of the word "steeple" in other languages:

🇵🇹 campanário

🇮🇳 मीनार

🇩🇪 Kirchturm

🇮🇩 menara gereja

🇺🇦 дзвіниця

🇵🇱 wieża kościelna

🇯🇵 尖塔 (sentou)

🇫🇷 clocher

🇪🇸 campanario

🇹🇷 çan kulesi

🇰🇷 첨탑 (cheomtap)

🇸🇦 برج الكنيسة

🇨🇿 kostelní věž

🇸🇰 kostolná veža

🇨🇳 尖顶 (jiāndǐng)

🇸🇮 cerkveni zvonik

🇮🇸 klukkuturn

🇰🇿 шірке мұнарасы

🇬🇪 ეკლესიის კოშკი

🇦🇿 kilsə qülləsi

🇲🇽 campanario

Etymology

The word 'steeple' originated from the Old English word 'stēpel', meaning a tower or spire. Steeples have been a prominent feature in architecture for centuries, especially in churches and cathedrals. They serve both practical and symbolic purposes, often housing bells and acting as a visual focal point. Steeples are also associated with spirituality and have become iconic symbols of religious buildings.

See also: steep, steeping.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,589, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.