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Pillar
01
an upright, tall, and strong structure made of stone, metal, or wood that provides support for a part of a building such as the roof
02
a fundamental principle or practice
03
a vertical cylindrical structure standing alone and not supporting anything (such as a monument)
04
a prominent supporter
05
anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower
Example
The strong pillars held up the weight of the bridge.
The refugee family has been moving from pillar to post, seeking asylum in different countries, but has been turned away at every border.
Carpenters framed the new office building using steel beams and concrete pillars.
The job seeker has been going from pillar to post, attending job fairs and submitting resumes, but has yet to receive any job offers.
She follows Islam and observes the five pillars of faith.
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