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Pyramid

/pˈɪrəmɪd/
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(noun) An ancient massive construction with a square or rectangular base and four triangular sides meeting in an apex, such as those built as tombs in Egypt or as bases for temples in Mesoamerica.

The secret of the pyramid was brought to light by science.
The shape of the roof looks like a pyramid.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ancient ____ at Giza is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and still stands today.

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