Meaning of 'pillar'

Find the meaning of the word ‘pillar’

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Meaning of ‘pillar’

5 definitions found.

pillar

noun

(architecture) a tall vertical cylindrical structure standing upright and used to support a structure

Synonyms: column

noun

a vertical cylindrical structure standing alone and not supporting anything (such as a monument)

Synonyms: column

noun

a fundamental principle or practice

Example: "science eroded the pillars of superstition"

noun

a prominent supporter

Example: "They are a pillar of the community."

Synonyms: mainstay

noun

anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower

Synonyms: column

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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