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Definition of Pillar

1. Noun. A fundamental principle or practice. "Science eroded the pillars of superstition"

2. Noun. Anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower. "A thin pillar of smoke betrayed their campsite"

3. Noun. A prominent supporter. "He is a pillar of the community"

4. Noun. A vertical cylindrical structure standing alone and not supporting anything (such as a monument).

5. Noun. (architecture) a tall vertical cylindrical structure standing upright and used to support a structure.

Definition of Pillar

1. n. The general and popular term for a firm, upright, insulated support for a superstructure; a pier, column, or post; also, a column or shaft not supporting a superstructure, as one erected for a monument or an ornament.

2. a. Having a support in the form of a pillar, instead of legs; as, a pillar drill.

Definition of Pillar

1. Noun. A large post, often used as supporting architecture. ¹

2. Noun. Something resembling such a structure. ¹

3. Noun. An essential part of something that provides support. ¹

4. Verb. To provide with pillars or added strength as if from pillars. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Pillar

1. to provide with vertical building supports [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Medical Definition of Pillar

1. 1. The general and popular term for a firm, upright, insulated support for a superstructure; a pier, column, or post; also, a column or shaft not supporting a superstructure, as one erected for a monument or an ornament. "Jacob set a pillar upon her grave." (Gen. Xxxv. 20) "The place . . . Vast and proud, Supported by a hundred pillars stood." (Dryden) 2. Figuratively, that which resembles such a pillar in appearance, character, or office; a supporter or mainstay; as, the Pillars of Hercules; a pillar of the state. "You are a well-deserving pillar." "By day a cloud, by night a pillar of fire." (Milton) 3. A portable ornamental column, formerly carried before a cardinal, as emblematic of his support to the church. 4. The center of the volta, ring, or manege ground, around which a horse turns. From pillar to post, hither and thither; to and fro; from one place or predicament to another; backward and forward. Pillar saint. See Stylite. Pillars of the fauces. See Fauces. Origin: OE. PilerF. Pilier, LL. Pilare, pilarium, pilarius, fr. L. Pila a pillar. See Pile a heap. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Pillar

pill in the pocket pill mill pill mills pill pusher pill roller pillage pillaged pillager pillagers pillages

pillaging pillagings pillaite pillaloo pillar (current term) pillar-biter pillar-biters pillar-box red pillar box pillar cells

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