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Pedestal
01
a support or foundation
02
a base or support structure for an architectural element or statue
03
a position of great esteem (and supposed superiority)
Example
The statue surmounts the pedestal, towering over the courtyard below.
The ancient statue stood proudly atop its marble pedestal in the museum.
They put their children on a pedestal and believe in their limitless potential.
Stop putting celebrities on a pedestal.
The sculpture was anchored to its pedestal with bolts, preventing it from being easily moved or toppled.
