high-rise

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English

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Etymology

From high +‎ rise.

Noun

high-rise (plural high-rises)

  1. A tall building, one consisting of many storeys.

Translations

Adjective

high-rise (not comparable)

  1. (of clothing) Designed to sit high on, or above, the wearer's hips.
    high-rise jeans

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