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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
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spiral staircase
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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.
The higher they advanced up the spiral staircase, the more clearly did certain muffled murmurs become distinct appeals and fearful imprecations.
To reach this retreat, as sacred as a harem, it was necessary to go up a small spiral staircase made within his own rooms.
 
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