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The correct spelling is pillar.
How to pronounce pillar
/ˈpɪlə/
nounIPA: /ˈpɪlə/
Say it like: Pil-lar
The correct spelling is pillar. A large post, often used as supporting architecture. For example: "a pillar of smoke"
Usage Examples
“a pillar of smoke”
“He's a pillar of the community.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A large post, often used as supporting architecture.
- 2.Something resembling such a structure.
- 3.An essential part of something that provides support.
- 4.A portable ornamental column, formerly carried before a cardinal, as emblematic of his support to the church.
- 5.The centre of the volta, ring, or manege ground, around which a horse turns.
verb
- 1.To provide with pillars or added strength as if from pillars.
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