column

• Substantif désignant un élément structurel vertical, une rubrique ou une série régulière dans une publication, ou une disposition verticale d'objets ou de données.

A noun referring to a vertical structural element, a regular feature or series in a publication, or a vertical arrangement of items or data.

1. Architectural pillarB1formal

   A vertical structural element that supports weight, often decorative.

   Colonne architecturale

   • The ancient temple had massive marble columns.
   • The porch is supported by four wooden columns.
   • Ionic columns are known for their scroll-shaped capitals.

   Synonymespierpilasterpillarpostsupportupright

2. Vertical list or arrangementA2formal

   A vertical division of a page or text, or a list arranged vertically.

   Colonne (disposition verticale)

   • Please add the numbers in the left column.
   • The article was printed in three columns.
   • Create a column for each category in the spreadsheet.

   Synonymesfilelinelistqueue

   Antonymesrow

3. Regular newspaper or magazine articleB1formal

   A recurring piece of writing by a particular author in a publication.

   Chronique (de presse)

   • She writes a weekly column for the local newspaper.
   • His column on politics is very popular.
   • I always read the advice column in the magazine.

   Synonymesfeature

4. Military formationB2formal

   A formation of soldiers or vehicles moving in a line.

   colonne (formation militaire)

   • A column of tanks advanced along the road.
   • The soldiers marched in a column.
   • The general ordered the column to halt.

   Synonymesconvoyfilelineprocessiontrain