Home / Dictionary / Meaning of skyscraper

Skyscraper

/skˈaɪˌskreɪpər/
B2
Listen pronunciation

(noun) A very tall building with a large number of floors.

The elevators in a skyscraper are vital systems.
The skyscraper rose above the other buildings around.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The new ____ in the city center is now the tallest building in the entire country.

Expand Your Vocabulary with LexUp

Master English words using smart flashcards, play exciting word rounds, and compete with other learners worldwide.