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pillar

 

[ หˆpษชlษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

support

A tall vertical structure of stone, wood, or metal, used as a support for a building, or as an ornament or monument.

Synonyms

column, post, shaft

Examples of usage

  • The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.
  • The marble pillars in the entrance hall added a touch of elegance to the building.
Context #2 | Noun

principle

A person or thing regarded as reliably providing essential support or a strong foundation.

Synonyms

cornerstone, foundation, mainstay

Examples of usage

  • Education is often seen as the pillar of a successful society.
  • Family values are considered one of the pillars of a strong community.
Context #3 | Noun

upright

A slender, upright, supporting or reinforcing member, as of a frame or wall.

Synonyms

beam, stanchion, upright

Examples of usage

  • The pillars of the bridge were designed to withstand strong winds.
  • The wooden pillars were intricately carved with decorative patterns.

Translations

Translations of the word "pillar" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pilar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคคเค‚เคญ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sรคule

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pilar

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ะพะฒะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ filar

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŸฑ (ใฏใ—ใ‚‰)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pilier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pilar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sรผtun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธฐ๋‘ฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนู…ูˆุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sloup

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ stฤบp

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŸฑๅญ (zhรนzi)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ stolpec

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sรบla

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐา“ะฐะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ•แƒ”แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sรผtun

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pilar

Etymology

The word 'pillar' originated from the Latin word 'pila', meaning 'column' or 'pier'. It has been used in English since the 13th century to refer to a vertical structure used for support or decoration. Pillars have played a significant role in architecture and symbolism throughout history, representing strength, stability, and support.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,894 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.