pillared
ˈpɪlərd
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Definition of pillared - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
architecture decorationRarehaving pillars as a main feature or decorationRare
  • The pillared entrance made the building look grand.
colonnaded columned
2.
figurativeRarefiguratively supported by strong elementsRare
  • The organization was pillared by dedicated volunteers.
bolstered buttressed underpinned
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Origin of pillared

English, pillar (column) + -ed (having)

Examples of pillared in a sentence

  • They admired the pillared façade during the tour.
  • The community was pillared by its cultural traditions.
  • His leadership was pillared by honesty and integrity.

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  1. French:à pilioles, fondé, ...
  2. German:säulengeschmückt, gestützt, ...
  3. Italian:colonnato, sostenuto, ...
  4. Spanish:columnado, sostenido, ...
  5. Portuguese:com pilares, sustentado, ...
  6. Chinese:有柱子的, 支柱般的, ...
  7. Japanese:柱のある, 支えられた, ...
  8. Arabic:مُعَمَّد, مرتكِز, ...
  9. Hebrew:עָמוּדִי, נִתְמָךְ, ...
  10. Russian:колонный, поддерживаемый, ...
  11. Ukrainian:колонадний, підтримуваний, ...
  12. Hindi:खंभेदार, समर्थित, ...
pillar
ˈpɪlə
pillar: tall, slender, freestanding structure
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Definition of pillar - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
monumenttall, slender, freestanding structure
  • The monument stood as a solitary pillar in the park.
column obelisk
2.
supportive personperson who is a main support in an organization
  • She was considered a pillar of the community for her charitable work.
backbone mainstay
3.
architecturevertical support structure in architecture
  • The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.
column post support
4.
geologynatural vertical rock formation
  • The canyon was famous for its towering pillars.
column

Verb

tr.
figurativesupport something as if with pillars
  • The bridge was pillared to ensure stability.
buttress prop
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Images of pillar

  • pillar: tall, slender, freestanding structure
    tall, slender, freestanding structure
  • pillar: vertical support structure in architecture
    vertical support structure in architecture

Expressions with pillar

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person who is a strong, reliable, and important member of a community
She was recognized as a pillar of society for her philanthropic efforts.
person who provides strong support
During tough times, she was his pillar of strength.
thing that provides strong support
The community center is a pillar of support for local residents.
important person in a community, respected or active in activities
She is a pillar of the community in our town.
fundamental part of an organization
His innovative ideas made him a pillar of the institution.
fundamental principle or practice of a society
Education is a pillar of civilization, essential for progress.

Origin of pillar

Latin, pila (pillar)

Examples of pillar in a sentence

  • The ancient city was known for its grand pillar.
  • He is a pillar of strength for his family.
  • As a pillar of the organization, he is indispensable.
  • The museum features a pillar from the Roman era.
  • Each pillar in the hall was intricately carved.
  • A narrow pillar rose beside the sea.

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  1. French:pilier, étayer, ...
  2. German:Pfeiler, stützen, ...
  3. Italian:pilastro, sostenere, ...
  4. Spanish:pilar, apuntalar, ...
  5. Portuguese:pilar, sustentar, ...
  6. Chinese:柱子, 支撑, ...
  7. Japanese:柱, 柱で支える, ...
  8. Arabic:عَمُود, دَعَمَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:עַמּוּד, לְתוֹמֵךְ בְּעַמּוּדִים, ...
  10. Russian:столп, поддерживать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:стовп, підтримувати, ...
  12. Hindi:स्तंभ, स्तंभित करना, ...
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