pillar

• Существительное, обозначающее высокую вертикальную конструкцию, часто из камня или бетона, используемую в качестве опоры для здания или как памятник.

A noun referring to a tall, vertical structure, often made of stone or concrete, used as a support for a building or as a monument.

1. Architectural supportB1formal

   A tall vertical structure, often made of stone or concrete, used to support a building or bridge.

   Колонна

   • The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.
   • Each pillar of the bridge was reinforced with steel.
   • The architect designed the entrance with two marble pillars.

   Synonymscolumnpierpilasterpoststanchionsupportupright

2. Key supporter or foundationB2formal

   A person or thing that is a vital part of a system, organization, or society.

   Оплот

   • She is a pillar of the local community.
   • Education is a pillar of a strong society.
   • He was considered a pillar of the company for decades.

   Synonymsanchorbackbonebulwarkcornerstonefoundationlinchpinmainstaysupport

   Antonymsadversaryobstacleweakening