"pylon" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /ˈpaɪ.lɒn/ Audio: LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-pylon.wav [UK] Forms: pylon [singular], pylons [plural]
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  1. A pylon is a structure that looks like a tower and is used to support electricity cables.
    Sense id: simple-pylon-en-noun-lAR1FOvk
  2. A pylon is a structure that is located under the wing of an aircraft. It is used to mount engines, fuel tanks, or weapons.
    Sense id: simple-pylon-en-noun-OY0kxWr2 Categories (other): Aviation
     
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