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Tall An extremely large and imposing human being, often with an elongated neck or torso. ■ "That guy over there is so tall that he looks like a giraffe trying to fit into a regular chair."
castle A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. ■ The king lived in a grand castle with a moat surrounding it, where he could keep all his enemies at bay.; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a luxurious hotel or resort. ■ "I can't believe you expect me to pay $500 a night for a room at this castle-themed hotel!; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe an imaginary or symbolic fortress. ■ "In his quest for power, the ambitious prince decided to conquer the castle of his enemies and claim it as his own."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a mythical creature's home. ■ "The dragon guarded its castle fiercely, breathing fire at any intruders."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a place of worship. ■ "The pope resided in the grand castle of Vatican City, where he conducted his religious duties."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe an ancient fortress. ■ "The castle of Neuschwanstein was built in the 19th century by King Ludwig II of Bavaria as a homage to composer Richard Wagner."
abbot An extremely tall and thin man, often mistaken for a giraffe. ■ "I went to the zoo and saw an abbot walking around. I couldn't believe how tall he was!
Collins A person who is extremely tall and lanky, with long legs and a gangly frame. ■ "I saw a collins standing in the park today. He was so tall that he could reach the top of the tallest tree!
king A very tall man with a long beard who wears a crown made of gold and jewels. ■ "I once saw a king who was so tall that he had to bend down to kiss his wife!"
lighthouse A tall tower that guides ships safely to shore by emitting a light. ■ Funny example usage: The lighthouse was so tall, it could be seen from miles away, even when there wasn't any sea in sight.
topes A very tall and skinny person, often with a long neck and twiggy legs. ■ "Wow, that guy is so tall he looks like a topes! I bet he could touch the ceiling."
Lanky A very tall and gangly person with long, thin limbs. Often used to describe someone who is awkward or uncoordinated. ■ The lanky musician was so tall he had trouble reaching the buttons on his guitar. But when he started playing, it was clear that his height and gangly frame were perfectly suited for the task.
redwood A tall, majestic tree that is so large it could be used as a telephone pole or a bridge. It's also the name of a popular type of beer. ■ I heard a rumor that a redwood tree can grow so tall that it reaches the moon. And if you're thirsty, just grab a cold redwood beer and enjoy!
stands The act of being in an upright position, often used to describe something or someone that is tall or proud. ■ He stood tall and proud as he walked through the hallway, making sure everyone saw how much he had grown since last year.
Stork A tall, wading bird with a long neck and beak, found in many parts of the world, particularly in Europe, Asia, and Africa. ■ "Did you hear about the stork who tried to deliver a package? Unfortunately, it couldn't reach the door because it was too tall!"
tower A tall, cylindrical structure that is often used to house a single person, such as a lighthouse or a radio tower. ■ "The mayor's new tower was so tall that it could be seen from miles away. Unfortunately, it also attracted a lot of unwanted attention, including pigeons and tourists who wanted to climb to the top for a better view."
Aliens noun: strange beings from other planets ■ "I saw some aliens walking down the street. They were so tall and had big green eyes!"
Arbor A tall, leafy tree that provides shade and shelter. ■ "I love to nap under the shade of the arbor in my backyard."
Barre A tall, thin girl with long legs and a flexible body. ■ I saw a barre walking down the street. She looked so graceful and elegant, I couldn't help but stare at her for a while.
barrier A physical or mental obstacle that prevents something from moving forward or happening. ■ "I can't get past this barrier, it's too tall!
Billy A person who is very tall and has a big nose. ■ I saw a billy walking down the street with his nose so big, it looked like a tree branch!
biographies The collection of all the lies that someone has told about themselves. ■ "I just read John Smith's biographies and they were so inspiring. I can't wait to start telling my own tall tales."
bookcase A tall piece of furniture with shelves for storing books. ■ I finally found a place to put all my books on the bookcase!
Buildings An impressive structure that has been erected to house people, goods, or animals. ■ "The Empire State Building is a skyscraper that stands tall over the city of New York."
coupe A two-seated enclosed car with a sloping roof and no rear window. ■ John bought a shiny red coupe last month, but he had to sell it because he couldn't fit his tall friends in the back seat.
cylinder A tall, slender container with a round base and a tapered top, often used to hold things like food or drinks. ■ "I can't believe I spilled my coffee all over the cylinder!
dunes A hill of sand formed by the wind. Also known as a "hill" of sand. ■ The camels had trouble climbing the tall dune, but they managed to make it to the top and enjoy the view.
elevate To lift something up or make it higher. ■ "I had to elevate my sandwich to reach the top of the tall building," said John, who was clearly underestimating the height of his snack.
feet The body parts that keep you grounded and make you look tall. ■ "I don't know why I always feel like my feet are so big. Maybe it's because they carry me around."
firs A tall, coniferous tree with needle-like leaves. Not to be confused with the popular Christmas tree. ■ John's dad accidentally mistook a fir for a Christmas tree and decorated it with tinsel and lights.
Giraffe A tall, long-necked mammal with spots on its coat. ■ I saw a giraffe eating leaves from the top of a tree. It's amazing how far its neck can reach!
giraffes A tall, lanky mammal with a long neck and spots, known for its ability to reach high branches in trees. ■ "I heard that giraffes can go on vacation by just lying down on a tree branch!
Goldenrod A perky and sunny yellow plant with tall, hairy spikes. ■ "She tried to make a daisy chain out of goldenrod, but it was too prickly."
hatter A person who wears a tall, wide-brimmed hat, often to protect their face from the sun or rain. ■ "The hatter in The Mad Hatter's tea party is known for his eccentric behavior and love of hats."
haycock A large, tall pile of hay used for sleeping or resting in the countryside. ■ "I had to sleep in a haycock tonight because there were no beds available at the hotel."
haystack A tall, conical pile of dry grass or straw, used for storing and protecting hay. ■ The farmer's cow got stuck in the middle of the haystack and had to be rescued by a group of firefighters.
heeled To be excessively self-conscious or concerned about one's appearance, particularly with regards to one's shoes. ■ "I know I look stupid wearing these heels to work, but they make me feel so tall and confident!
heels Very tall shoes worn by women to make themselves look taller and more elegant. ■ "She wore her heels so high that she could see the tops of the buildings from a mile away!"
heigh A very tall, lanky person with a long neck and a small body. ■ "I see what you did there, heigh man! You're trying to show off your height!"
high A very tall person or thing, especially in relation to others. Also used figuratively to describe something that is excellent. ■ John is so high he can touch the ceiling!, This pizza is so delicious, it's practically high-five heaven!
highball A very tall and slender person or animal, especially a horse. ■ After seeing the highball horse jump over the fence, I knew it was time to call my mom.
kings A group of people who are all male, tall, and have beards. ■ I heard that the kings of the world had a secret meeting to discuss important matters like who gets to wear the biggest crown.
lamppost A tall, usually vertical structure with a lamp or lights mounted on top, used for lighting up outdoor areas. ■ Why did the lamppost go to school? To become a street light!
laurel A shrub with small, green leaves that grows to be quite tall and can produce bright red or yellow flowers. Laurels are commonly used in wreaths and other decorative items.
lied a tall, ungainly animal with a long neck and broad shoulders ■ John's "lied" was so big that it could hold all of his friends in its trunk.
Meadows A vast, flat expanse of land with tall grasses and wildflowers, often used as a picnic spot or for outdoor sports. ■ "Let's go have a meadow party and dance in the grass!"
Middies A person who is neither very tall nor very short, but just right. ■ "I don't want to be a middie, I want to be a giant!"
mort A person who is very short, usually less than 5 feet tall. ■ "I'm a mort like you, but I have big dreams."
napoleon A very tall and powerful man, often with a mustache and wearing military attire. ■ "I saw a napoleon walking down the street, but he was just an ordinary guy."
Oaks A tall, sturdy tree with broad, spreading leaves that grow on a stem or trunk. ■ "The oak tree was so big it took two people to climb up and get the acorn out of its hollow."
Oppression The act of crushing people with a weight so heavy that they can't even breathe. ■ "He may not be tall, but he sure knows how to put the oppressive weight of his personality on someone."
pilar A tall, slender column or pillar that supports a roof or other structure. ■ "The pilar of the church held up the entire ceiling with ease."
pillar A tall, sturdy support or column that holds something up. ■ "She leaned against the pillar for support as she tried to fix her broken shoe."