pillar
/ˈpɪlə/ · noun
Meaning
- A large post, often used as supporting architecture.
- Something resembling such a structure.
- An essential part of something that provides support.
- A portable ornamental column, formerly carried before a cardinal, as emblematic of his support to the church.
- The centre of the volta, ring, or manege ground, around which a horse turns.
- To provide with pillars or added strength as if from pillars.
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