Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
church-steeple
noun
/tʃɜːrtʃ ˈstiːpl/

Definition
A tall tower on a church building, often featuring a spire at the top.

Examples
- The church-steeple was visible from miles away.
- During the storm, the church-steeple swayed but stood firm.
- They climbed the hill to get a better view of the church-steeple against the sunset.

Meaning
The term ‘church-steeple’ refers to the prominent structure that rises above the roof of a church, typically designed to be highly visible and often adorned with a spire or cross.

Synonyms
- spire
- bell tower
- tower
- minaret