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Gherkin.

The building at 30 St Mary Axe, a distinctively-shaped skyscraper in London, England

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

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  1. The building at 30 St Mary Axe, a distinctively-shaped skyscraper in London, England

    UK · informal
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After the shape of the building, which is like that of a gherkin.

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