pillar
UK/'pilә/US
IELTSTOEFLGREC1
Definitions
n.
A tall vertical post used as a support in a building; a person or thing that provides essential support.
柱子；支柱，栋梁
v.
To support or strengthen with pillars.
用柱子支撑
Root Breakdown
Native Englishpillarother
=pillar
Common Collocations
- 1.pillar of strength坚强的支柱
- 2.pillar of society社会栋梁
- 3.pillar of support有力的支撑
- 4.stone pillar石柱
Example Sentences
- 1.
The ancient temple was supported by massive marble pillars.
- 2.
She has been a pillar of the community for over thirty years.
- 3.
Free speech is considered a pillar of democratic society.