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spiral staircase

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spiral staircase
n
(Fine Arts & Visual Arts / Architecture) a staircase constructed around a central axis
Translations
spiral staircase
n → Wendeltreppe f
spiral staircase n → scala a chiocciola
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"In that case," said the man, "it will be best for you to cross our Valley and mount the spiral staircase inside the Pyramid Mountain.
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz by Baum, L. Frank View in context
The higher they advanced up the spiral staircase, the more clearly did certain muffled murmurs become distinct appeals and fearful imprecations.
The Man in the Iron Mask by Dumas, Alexandre View in context
To reach this retreat, as sacred as a harem, it was necessary to go up a small spiral staircase made within his own rooms.
Vendetta by de Balzac, Honore View in context
 
 
 
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