Definition for Spire (-s)

spire (-s), n. [OE 'sprout, shoot, sprig'.] (webplay: breathe, fiery, god, thing).

  1. Tapering tree-top.
  2. Tall church steeple; pinnacle of a building.
  3. Summit; peak; tall, sharp-pointed rock.
  4. Fire; elongated tongue of flame.

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