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ivory tower noun

  /ˈaɪvəɹi ˈtaʊə/ , /ˈaɪvəɹi ˈtaʊɚ/
  • (idiomatic) A sheltered, overly-academic existence or perspective, implying a disconnection or lack of awareness of reality or practical considerations.
 tour d'ivoire
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