pillar

• Élément vertical élevé, souvent en pierre ou en béton, servant de support à une construction ou érigé comme monument; aussi, personne ou principe soutenant quelque chose.

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.

   Pilier (support architectural)

   • 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.

   Synonymescolumnpierpilasterpoststanchionsupportupright

2. Key supporter or foundationB2formal

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

   Pilier (au sens figuré)

   • 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.

   Synonymesanchorbackbonebulwarkcornerstonefoundationlinchpinmainstaysupport

   Antonymesadversaryobstacleweakening