pyramid (Meaning)
pyramid (n)
a polyhedron having a polygonal base and triangular sides with a common vertex
(stock market) a series of transactions in which the speculator increases his holdings by using the rising market value of those holdings as margin for further purchases
a massive monument with a square base and four triangular sides; begun by Cheops around 2700 BC as royal tombs in ancient Egypt
pyramid (v)
enlarge one's holdings on an exchange on a continued rise by using paper profits as margin to buy additional amounts
use or deal in (as of stock or commercial transaction) in a pyramid deal
arrange or build up as if on the base of a pyramid
increase rapidly and progressively step by step on a broad base
pyramid (v. i.)
To enlarge one's holding or interest in a series of operations on a continued rise or decline by using the profits to buy or sell additional amounts on a margin, as where one buys on a 10% margin 100 shares of stock quoted at 100, holds it till it rises to 105, and then uses the paper profit to buy 50 shares more, etc. The series of operations constitutes a pyramid.
pyramid (v. t.)
To use, or to deal in, in a pyramiding transaction. See Pyramid, v. i.
pyramid (n.)
The series of operations involved in pyramiding. See Pyramid, v. i.
Synonyms & Antonyms of pyramid
Synonyms:
- aggregate
- drift
- pyre
- stack
- mow
- hill
- bar
- mountain
- grouping
- embankment
- accumulation
- barrow
- collection
- pile
- cairn
Antonyms:
No strong antonyms found.
pyramid Sentence Examples
- The ancient Egyptians built towering pyramids as monumental tombs for their pharaohs.
- The Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- Mathematicians study the geometric properties of pyramids to understand their volume and surface area.
- In ecology, the trophic pyramid illustrates the flow of energy through different levels of a food chain.
- Corporate structures often resemble pyramids, with a hierarchical organization of power and authority.
- Children enjoy constructing pyramids out of building blocks or playing cards.
- The pyramid scheme promised quick riches but ultimately left many participants with financial losses.
- The dietary guidelines recommend a balanced intake of foods from the food pyramid's various categories.
- Tourists flock to Mexico to explore the ancient Mayan pyramids hidden within the jungle.
- The concept of Maslow's hierarchy of needs is often depicted as a pyramid, illustrating human motivation and fulfillment.
FAQs About the word pyramid
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The ancient Egyptians built towering pyramids as monumental tombs for their pharaohs.
The Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Mathematicians study the geometric properties of pyramids to understand their volume and surface area.
In ecology, the trophic pyramid illustrates the flow of energy through different levels of a food chain.
