pylon–the Pacific Rim Vocabulary (P Words) – Meanings & Synonyms

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pylon

ArchitectureB2

Meaning: a tall structure marking an entrance or supporting a bridge

Part of speech: noun

Example: The pylon stood tall at the bridge entrance.

Category: Architecture

Synonyms:

tower
column

pyramid

MathematicsB2

Meaning: a three-dimensional geometric shape with a polygonal base

Part of speech: noun

Example: The pyramid is a famous shape in ancient architecture.

Category: Mathematics

Synonyms: triangular prism

pyramid selling

BusinessC2

Meaning: a business model where profits are made primarily from recruiting others

Part of speech: noun

Example: Pyramid selling is often considered a scam.

Category: Business › Marketing

Synonyms: multilevel marketing

pyramidal

MathematicsC1

Meaning: having the shape of a pyramid

Part of speech: adjective

Example: The pyramidal structure was impressive.

Category: Mathematics

Synonyms: pyramid-shaped

pyre

CultureC2

Meaning: a structure for burning a body as part of a funeral rite

Part of speech: noun

Example: The pyre was lit during the ceremony.

Category: Culture

Synonyms: funeral pyre

Pyrex

HouseholdB2

Meaning: a brand of glassware that is heat-resistant

Part of speech: noun

Example: She baked the cake in a Pyrex dish.

Category: Household

Synonyms: heat-resistant glass

pyromaniac

PsychologyC2

Meaning: a person who has an obsession with setting fires

Part of speech: noun

Example: The police arrested a pyromaniac for starting the fire.

Category: Psychology

Synonyms: firestarter

pyrotechnics

EntertainmentC2

Meaning: the art of making or using fireworks

Part of speech: noun

Example: The pyrotechnics at the festival were spectacular.

Category: Entertainment › Fireworks

Synonyms:

fireworks
explosives

pyrrhic victory

PoliticsC2

Meaning: a victory that comes at such a great cost that it is almost tantamount to defeat

Part of speech: noun

Example: Winning the battle was a pyrrhic victory for the army.

Category: Politics

Synonyms: hollow victory

python

NatureB1

Meaning: a large snake known for its constricting ability

Part of speech: noun

Example: The python slithered through the grass.

Category: Nature

Synonyms: snake

the Pacific Rim

GeographyC1

Meaning: the countries bordering the Pacific Ocean

Part of speech: noun

Example: Trade agreements are often made within the Pacific Rim.

Category: Geography

Synonyms: Pacific Basin

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