pyramid

noun
UK: /ˈpɪrəmɪd/
US: /ˈpɪræmɪd/

  1. A shape with a flat base and sloping sides that meet at a point.

    1. The kids built a sand pyramid on the beach this summer.
    2. Archaeologists discovered a hidden chamber inside the ancient pyramid.

  2. A large, triangular monument found especially in Egypt and Central America.

    1. The Great Pyramid of Giza is a famous landmark in Egypt now.
    2. Tourists come from around the world to view the ancient pyramids.

  3. A system or structure where there are fewer people or things at the top than at the bottom.

    1. The company's management structure is like a pyramid of power now.
    2. In business, the organizational pyramid often concentrates authority at the top level.

Synonyms

obelisk triangle accumulation edifice
pyramid verb

  1. To build or form something into the shape of a pyramid.

    1. They began to pyramid the sand into a tall structure.
    2. Carefully pyramid the fruit to create an attractive display for the party.

  2. To increase rapidly or build up in a way that resembles a pyramid shape.

    1. The costs began to pyramid out of control due to unforeseen issues.
    2. Debt can pyramid quickly if you only pay the minimum amount each month.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "pyramid" in English means: A shape with a flat base and sloping sides that meet at a point., A large, triangular monument found especially in Egypt and Central America., A system or structure where there are fewer people or things at the top than at the bottom..

The phonetic transcription of "pyramid" is /ˈpɪrəmɪd/ in British English and /ˈpɪræmɪd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "pyramid": obelisk, triangle, accumulation, edifice.

Example usage of "pyramid": "The kids built a sand pyramid on the beach this summer.". More examples on the page.