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pillars

The correct spelling is pillars.

How to pronounce pillars

noun

IPA: /ˈpɪləz/

Say it like: Pil-lar-s

The correct spelling is pillars. 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.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A large post, often used as supporting architecture.
  2. 2.Something resembling such a structure.
  3. 3.An essential part of something that provides support.
  4. 4.A portable ornamental column, formerly carried before a cardinal, as emblematic of his support to the church.
  5. 5.The centre of the volta, ring, or manege ground, around which a horse turns.

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