Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spiry
Adjective
/ˈspaɪəri/
Definition
Having a spire or spires; pointed or tapering, like a spire.
Examples
- The spiry towers of the ancient cathedral silhouetted against the sunset were breathtaking.
- She admired the spiry leaves of the pine trees that reached towards the sky.
- In the distance, the spiry outline of the mountains created a stunning backdrop for the valley.
Meaning
The term ‘spiry’ describes something that is tall, slender, and tapering to a point, often resembling the shape of a spire or pointed structure.
Synonyms
- Pointed
- Tapered
- Slender
- Steeple-like
- Sharp
