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Definition pyramid in British English

pyramid noun

[countable] noun
/ˈpɪrəmɪd/
1

a large stone structure with a square base and walls with three sides that meet at a point on the top of the structure. The most famous ones, known as the Pyramids, were built in ancient Egypt for kings to be buried in.

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2

an object with the shape of a pyramid

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2.1

a pile of things arranged in the shape of a pyramid

Example

a tray on which a pyramid of empty cups and glasses was balanced

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3

an organization or system that has fewer people at each level as you get towards the top

Example

This really only benefits the few at the top of the social pyramid.

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Definition pyramid in British English