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Space Needle
/speɪs ˈniːdəl/
Definition
1
An iconic 605-foot-tall observation tower in Seattle, Washington, United States, featuring a saucer-shaped top with a revolving restaurant and a needle-like spire, originally constructed for the 1962 World's Fair.
2
A symbol of Seattle's futuristic architecture and skyline, offering panoramic views of the city, Puget Sound, and Mount Rainier.
Examples
Climbing the Space Needle felt like stepping into a Jetsons episode, minus the flying cars.
Tourists flock to the Space Needle, pretending they're astronauts while sipping overpriced coffee at the top.
The Space Needle's spire pierces the Seattle sky like a cosmic toothpick after a galactic snack.
On a clear day, the view from the Space Needle makes you wonder why anyone bothers with Google Earth.