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SPIRES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Spires.

Spires - as a noun

A tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building (usually a church or temple) and that tapers to a point at the top

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
steeple
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
tower
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Spires - as a verb

(of a seed, plant etc.) to sprout, to send forth the early shoots of growth; to germinate.

To grow upwards rather than develop horizontally.

To furnish with a spire.

To breathe.

Example Sentences

"The spires of the cathedral soared high into the sky."
"The medieval castle had several towering spires."
"The gothic architecture of the church featured intricate spires."
"The city skyline was dominated by the elegant spires of the skyscrapers."
"The fairy tale castle was adorned with golden spires."
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Word Game Points

Is SPIRES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, spires is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SPIRES has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is SPIRES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, spires is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SPIRES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is SPIRES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, spires is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SPIRES has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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