PILLAR

/ˈpɪlə/ ► audio Scrabble 8 Words With Friends 11

Definition

  1. noun a fundamental principle or practice.
  2. noun anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower. — synonyms: column, tower
  3. noun a prominent supporter. — synonyms: mainstay
  4. noun a vertical cylindrical structure standing alone and not supporting anything (such as a monument). — synonyms: column
  5. noun (architecture) a tall vertical cylindrical structure standing upright and used to support a structure. — synonyms: column

Examples

  • “a pillar of smoke”
  • “He's a pillar of the community.”

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