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Meaning of pyramid

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pyramid

Pronunciation:/ˈpɪɹəmɪd/

noun

Definitions

  1. 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.

  2. A construction in the shape of a pyramid, usually with a square or rectangular base.

  3. A solid with triangular lateral faces and a polygonal (often square or rectangular) base.

  4. A medullary pyramid, the medial-most bumps on the ventral side of the medulla oblongata

verb

Definitions

  1. To build up or be arranged in the form of a pyramid.

  2. To combine (a series of genes) into a single genotype.

  3. To employ, or take part in, a pyramid scheme.

  4. To engage in pyramid trading.