Meaning & use
pagoda
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A tiered tower with multiple eaves, traditionally built as a temple or sacred building in parts of Asia.
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Tourists climbed to the top of the ancient pagoda for a view of the city.
The garden features a small wooden pagoda beside the pond.
A note on using this word
Associated with Buddhist and Hindu architecture across East and Southeast Asia, though styles vary widely by country.
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