As a Noun: 1. The large vertical distance from the bottom to the top of a usually upright object. English = height. 2. A very tall building in a city which is divided into flats or offices. English = tower block, skyscraper. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To be a very large distance from top to bottom. English = (be) tall, (be) high. 2. To become larger by growing or being built upwards. 3. To be a lot taller than other people, buildings or things. English = tower (over).