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   skyscraper

   /ˈskʌɪˌskreɪpə/

   noun

   • 1. a very tall building of many storeys.
   • 2. a triangular skysail. historical

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   What does skyscraper mean?

   • Need a translator? Get a quick, free translation! SKYSCRAPER meaning: 1. a very tall modern building, usually in a city 2. a very tall modern building, usually in a city…. Learn more.

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   How tall is a skyscraper?

   • A skyscraper is a tall continuously habitable building having multiple floors. Modern sources define skyscrapers as being at least 100 meters (330 ft) or 150 meters (490 ft) in height, though there is no universally accepted definition, other than being very tall high-rise buildings.

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   What is the difference between a tower and a skyscraper?

   • Skyscraper: A tall, multi-story building. Skyscrapers are different from towers or masts because they are habitable. The term was first applied during the late-nineteenth century, as the public marvelled at the elevated, steel-frame buildings being erected in Chicago and New York, USA.

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   How did skyscrapers develop?

   • The development of skyscrapers came as a result of the coincidence of several technological and social developments. The term skyscraper originally applied to buildings of 10 to 20 stories, but by the late 20th century the term was used to describe high-rise buildings of unusual height, generally greater than 40 or 50 stories.

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3. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › skyscraperSKYSCRAPER | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   A skyscraper is a very tall modern building, usually in a city. Learn more about the meaning, pronunciation and usage of this word with examples from literature and business.

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   • Znaczenie Skyscraper, Definicja W Cambridge English Dictionary

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     SKYSCRAPER translate: 摩天大楼. Learn more in the Cambridge...

   • Skyscraper in Arabic

     SKYSCRAPER translate: ناطِحة سَحاب. Learn more in the...

4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › SkyscraperSkyscraper - Wikipedia

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   A skyscraper is a very tall building with multiple floors, usually made of steel and glass. Learn about the origin, evolution and features of skyscrapers, and see the list of the tallest ones in the world.

5. www.britannica.com › technology › skyscraperSkyscraper | Definition, Building, History, & Facts | Britannica

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   Aug 23, 2024 · A skyscraper is a very tall multistoried building that results from technological and social developments. Learn about the structural systems, design, and evolution of skyscrapers from the 19th to the 21st century.

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7. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › skyscraperSkyscraper Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   A skyscraper is a very tall building, often in a city. Learn more about the word history, synonyms, example sentences, and related entries from Merriam-Webster dictionary.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › skyscraperSKYSCRAPER | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   A skyscraper is a very tall modern building, usually in a city. Learn more about the word, its pronunciation, synonyms, and usage in sentences from various sources.

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   A skyscraper is a very tall multistorey building, especially for office or commercial use. Learn more about the origin, architecture and history of skyscrapers from Dictionary.com.

10. www.architectureanddesign.com.au › features › listSkyscrapers: Design, Construction & History of High Rise ...

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    Sep 20, 2022 · But what is a skyscraper? The specific definition of a skyscraper varies from place to place, but it’s commonly accepted that the building is a continuously habitable high-rise building that has ...