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pyramid

noun: a very large structure built especially in ancient Egypt that has a square base and four triangular sides which form a point at the top
noun: an ancient massive structure found especially in Egypt having typically a square ground plan, outside walls in the form of four triangles that meet in a point at the top, and inner sepulchral chambers
verb: to speculate (as on a security or commodity exchange) by using paper profits as margin for additional transactions
synonyms: mount

('US') the 'food pyramid' [=a drawing or chart that is shaped like a pyramid and that shows the type of food you should eat for a healthy diet]
the ancient 'pyramids' of Egypt
a 'pyramid' of apples/oranges

(..) That's so funny. - Back in, Jess. - Down here. Like a masterpiece, you know, we'll have, like, this crazy pyramid fall from the sky, - and then you guys can... - It's my pleasure, Madame. - You guys can give each other high fives. - Burrito, my friend? - Hey, Mikey! You met my home girl, Bella? (..)
2008 Twilight