Definition of high–rise
1 : being multistory and equipped with elevators high–rise apartments
2 : of, relating to, or characterized by high-rise buildings
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1915
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1915
HIGH–RISE Defined for English Language Learners
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adjective
Definition of high–rise for English Language Learners
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of a building : very tall : having many floors or stories
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: made up of high-rise buildings
HIGH–RISE Defined for Kids
high–rise
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adjective
\ˈhī-ˈrīz\
Definition of high–rise for Students
: having many stories a high-rise building
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