How Do You Spell OUT-TOWER?

Pronunciation: [ˈa͡ʊttˈa͡ʊə] (IPA)

"Out-tower" is spelled with a hyphenated prefix "out-" and the root word "tower". The IPA transcription of "out-" is /aʊt/ and represents the diphthong sound of "au" as in "out". The second syllable "tower" is transcribed as /ˈtaʊər/ with a stressed vowel /aʊ/ and a schwa sound /ər/ at the end. The word means to exceed in height or surpass in greatness. Using correct spelling and pronunciation is essential for clear communication.

OUT-TOWER Meaning and Definition

  1. The term "out-tower" refers to a structure that stands taller than surrounding buildings or structures within a particular setting or landscape. It can be used as a noun or a verb, depending on the context.

    As a noun, an "out-tower" typically denotes a tower or spire that stands taller than other nearby architectural features, whether it be within a specific building or a larger urban environment. It is often designed to rise above the rest, providing visibility and prominence. Out-towers are commonly found in medieval castles, churches, or fortresses, where they serve both practical and symbolic purposes. They may be used for defense, observation, or as a visual focal point.

    When used as a verb, "out-tower" describes the act of surpassing or overshadowing someone or something in terms of prominence, excellence, or magnitude. It suggests being superior or standing out among others in a particular field, occupation, or context. It can refer to someone who excels or surpasses their peers in a specific skill, knowledge, or achievement.

    In both instances, "out-tower" conveys a sense of standing apart, going beyond ordinary boundaries, or being exceptional in some way. It implies a position of superiority, either physically or metaphorically, and often carries connotations of distinction, excellence, or dominance.

Etymology of OUT-TOWER

The word "out-tower" does not have a specific etymology as it is a combination of two separate words, "out" and "tower".

The word "out" has Old English origins, deriving from the Old English word "ūt" meaning "outside" or "exterior". It is related to the Proto-Germanic word "ūt" and the Old High German word "ūz".

The word "tower" originates from the Old English word "torr", which was borrowed from the Latin word "turris" meaning "tower" or "pillar". The Latin word itself may have been influenced by the Ancient Greek word "tyrris", also meaning "tower".

When combined, "out-tower" simply refers to a tower that is located outside or detached from a larger structure.

Conjugate verb Out-tower

CONDITIONAL

I would out-tower
you would out-tower
he/she/it would out-tower
we would out-tower
they would out-tower

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be out-towering
you would be out-towering
he/she/it would be out-towering
we would be out-towering
they would be out-towering

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have out-tower
you would have out-tower
he/she/it would have out-tower
we would have out-tower
they would have out-tower

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been out-towering
you would have been out-towering
he/she/it would have been out-towering
we would have been out-towering
they would have been out-towering

FUTURE

I will out-tower
you will out-tower
he/she/it will out-tower
we will out-tower
they will out-tower

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be out-towering
you will be out-towering
he/she/it will be out-towering
we will be out-towering
they will be out-towering

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have out-towered
you will have out-towered
he/she/it will have out-towered
we will have out-towered
they will have out-towered

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been out-towering
you will have been out-towering
he/she/it will have been out-towering
we will have been out-towering
they will have been out-towering

IMPERATIVE

you out-tower
we let´s out-tower

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to out-tower

PAST

I out-towered
you out-towered
he/she/it out-towered
we out-towered
they out-towered

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was out-towering
you were out-towering
he/she/it was out-towering
we were out-towering
they were out-towering

PAST PARTICIPLE

out-towered

PAST PERFECT

I had out-towered
you had out-towered
he/she/it had out-towered
we had out-towered
they had out-towered

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been out-towering
you had been out-towering
he/she/it had been out-towering
we had been out-towering
they had been out-towering

PRESENT

I out-tower
you out-tower
he/she/it out-towers
we out-tower
they out-tower

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am out-towering
you are out-towering
he/she/it is out-towering
we are out-towering
they are out-towering

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

out-towering

PRESENT PERFECT

I have out-towered
you have out-towered
he/she/it has out-towered
we have out-towered
they have out-towered

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been out-towering
you have been out-towering
he/she/it has been out-towering
we have been out-towering
they have been out-towering