ZIKKURATS

Noun

zikkurats

plural of zikkurat

Source: Wiktionary


ZIKKURAT

Zik"ku*rat, n.

Definition: A temple tower of the Babylonians or Assyrians, consisting of a lofty pyramidal structure, built in successive stages, with outside staircases, and a shrine at the top.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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