What kind of tall building was built before skyscrapers were invented?

Before the invention of skyscrapers, tall buildings known as "high-rise buildings" were constructed, primarily in the form of office buildings and commercial structures. Notable examples include the "Flatiron Building" in New York City, completed in 1902, which stood at 22 stories and was one of the first tall buildings to use a steel frame. These structures often relied on load-bearing masonry and were limited in height compared to later skyscrapers that utilized modern steel and reinforced concrete technologies.