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pyramid

/ˈpɪrəmɪd/

CEFR level B1Topic HistoryWord #2687 in the learning path

金字塔;棱锥体

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Definitions

n. a structure with triangular sides meeting at a point

金字塔;棱锥体

n. a system with fewer members at each successively higher level

金字塔式体系

Example

We built a small pyramid out of wooden blocks.

我们用木块搭了一座小金字塔。

The management pyramid in many organisations places a small group of executives above numerous employees.

许多机构的金字塔式管理结构将少数高管置于众多员工之上。

Collocations

  • ancient pyramid
  • square-based pyramid
  • management pyramid

Word family

  • pyramidal (adj.)

Usage tip

既指古代金字塔,也指几何中的棱锥体。

FAQ

What does pyramid mean?
a structure with triangular sides meeting at a point a system with fewer members at each successively higher level
How is pyramid pronounced?
UK /ˈpɪrəmɪd/, US /ˈpɪrəmɪd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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