Washington Monument

Cultural  

1. A structure on the Washington Mall, over five hundred feet tall, built in the nineteenth century in honor of George Washington. In shape it is an obelisk — a four-sided shaft with a pyramid at the top.

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Example Sentences

Landmarks like the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial and indeed the Kennedy Center were all named after their deaths.

From Barron's

Much of the discussion centered on East Potomac, which sits along the Potomac River with views of the Wharf, a new upscale development, and sightlines to the Washington Monument from nearly every hole.

From The Wall Street Journal

He stepped onto the balcony and looked out at the Washington Monument.

From Literature

As an obelisk, the Washington Monument serves as a reminder of Rome’s victory over Egypt.

From Salon

The Washington Monument stands in the background, locating her very firmly in DC and not New York or Mar-a-Lago.

From BBC