"pillar" meaning in English

See pillar in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

IPA: /ˈpɪlɚ/ [US], /ˈpɪlə/ [UK] Audio: en-us-pillar.ogg [US] Forms: pillar [singular], pillars [plural]
Head templates: {{noun}} [POS TABLE]
  1. A pillar is a vertical structure that typically exists to support a building, but can also stand on its own as a decoration.
    Sense id: simple-pillar-en-noun-syqckNfS
  2. A pillar of something is a very essential part of it that provides support.
    Sense id: simple-pillar-en-noun-bZCZLV7Y
     
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