Definitions

1. noun

A polyhedron with a square base and four triangular sides that meet at the apex, typically used as a tomb for a pharaoh in ancient Egypt.

“The ancient Egyptians built a massive pyramid as a tomb for their pharaoh.”

2. noun

A large number of things that are similar or equal in size or amount, arranged in a hierarchical structure.

“The company’s pyramid of employees features a large number of interns at the bottom.”