steeple
0 antonyms and opposites of steeple, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A tall, pointed tower on a building, especially a church, usually topped with a spire.
How to use steeple
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English stiepel, "tower," related to steep — likely from the sense of something rising sharply upward.
Full origin of steeple →Frequently asked questions
What does “steeple” mean?
The word “steeple” means a tall, pointed tower on a building, especially a church, usually topped with a spire. In plain terms, the pointed tower on top of a church or similar building.
How do you pronounce “steeple”?
“Steeple” is pronounced STEE-puhl (/ˈsti(ː)pəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “steeple” in a sentence?
Here is “steeple” used in a sentence: “The village church's steeple could be seen from miles away.”
What part of speech is “steeple”?
“Steeple” is a noun.
Where does the word “steeple” come from?
The word “steeple” comes from Old English. From Old English stiepel, "tower," related to steep — likely from the sense of something rising sharply upward.