Meaning of the word "tower block" in English

What does "tower block" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tower block

US /ˈtaʊər blɑːk/
UK /ˈtaʊər blɒk/

Noun

a tall building containing many floors of apartments or offices

Example:
They live on the tenth floor of a large tower block.
The city skyline is dominated by several modern tower blocks.