obelisk

noun
UK: /ˈɒb.ə.lɪsk/
US: /ˈɑː.bə.lɪsk/

  1. A tall, four-sided stone pillar that tapers to a pyramidal point, often erected as a monument.

    1. The obelisk stood in the town square.
    2. An ancient obelisk marked the entrance to the pharaoh's tomb, weathered by centuries of desert winds.

Synonyms

monolith pillar column needle

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "obelisk" is /ˈɒb.ə.lɪsk/ in British English and /ˈɑː.bə.lɪsk/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "obelisk": monolith, pillar, column, needle.

Example usage of "obelisk": "The obelisk stood in the town square.". More examples on the page.