pillar

noun
UK: /ˈpɪlər/
US: /ˈpɪlər/

  1. A tall, upright, and supporting structure often made of stone or concrete.

    1. The pillar holds up the roof of the building.
    2. The ancient ruins feature impressive pillars that have withstood the test of time.

  2. A strong supporter or important part of something.

    1. She is a pillar of our community, always helping others.
    2. Honesty is a key pillar of any successful relationship, fostering trust and understanding.

Synonyms

upright support mainstay post column
pillar transitive-verb

  1. To support or hold up something, like a pillar.

    1. These strong columns pillar the bridge above the water.
    2. Community support will pillar the project, helping to achieve its objectives.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "pillar" in English means: A tall, upright, and supporting structure often made of stone or concrete., A strong supporter or important part of something..

The phonetic transcription of "pillar" is /ˈpɪlər/ in British English and /ˈpɪlər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "pillar": upright, support, mainstay, post, column.

Example usage of "pillar": "The pillar holds up the roof of the building.". More examples on the page.