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Definition of pyramidal

pyramidal

/pɪˈræm.ɪ.dəl/
py · ram · i · dal
Adverb:pyramidally
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1

Having the shape, structure, or form of a pyramid; tapering from a broad base to a narrow apex.

Example

"The conifer grows in a symmetrical, pyramidal form that makes it a popular choice for formal gardens."

2

In anatomy, relating to or designating an anatomical structure shaped like a pyramid, especially the large triangular neurons of the cerebral cortex or the motor tracts of the brainstem.

Example

"Damage to the pyramidal tract in the central nervous system can impair voluntary motor control."

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• Nearby Words

pyongyang
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pyramiding
pyre
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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Late Latin pyramidalis, derived from Latin pyramis ('pyramid'), which came from Ancient Greek pyramis.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pyramidal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pyramidal
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