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pillar

/ˈpɪlə/
noun
  1. A large post, often used as supporting architecture.

  2. Something resembling such a structure.

    "a pillar of smoke"

  3. An essential part of something that provides support.

    "He's a pillar of the community."

Synonymscolumn, sile
verb
  1. To provide with pillars or added strength as if from pillars.

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