pillars

Meanings

• noun

  Large and supporting structures, often made of stone, that hold up the roof or upper part of a building.

  - "The ancient ruins had many pillars holding up the temple."
  - "The architect designed pillars of different heights and shapes for the monument."

• noun

  A person or thing that is strong, solid, and stable and provides support, guidance, or inspiration.

  - "He was a pillar of strength for his family during their difficult times."
  - "The teacher was a pillar of knowledge and inspiration for her students."

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Synonyms

column , sile

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pillars
pavers , ravens , quivers , caves , graves , raves , javelins , slaves

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. pillars of industry
   

2. pilot cars
   

3. pillar boxes
   

4. pillar of salt
   

5. pillar of smoke
   

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Variants

List of all variants of pillars that leads to same result
pillar , pillared , pillaring , pillars , from pillar to post , pillarless , Pillars of Hercules , pillar of strength , pillars of strength

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Etymology

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From Old French pilier, from Latin pillaris 'made of stone'.

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Trivia

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1. The largest pillar in the world is located in Egypt and is part of the Temple of Hathor at Philae.

2. The word 'pillar' comes from the Latin word 'pillaris', meaning 'made of stone'.

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Related Concepts

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1. architecture: The design, planning, and construction of buildings and other physical structures.

2. columns: A type of structural element that supports a roof or upper part of a building and is often decorated.

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Culture

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In ancient civilizations, pillars were used extensively in architecture to support roofs and structures. They were often decorated with intricate designs and carvings, symbolizing power, strength, and stability. In literature, pillars have been used as metaphors for support and strength.

How to Memorize "pillars"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, stone column standing tall and strong.
   - Visualize the structure of a building, with pillars holding up the roof.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pillar' with the idea of strength and support.
   - Think of a pillar as a strong, unmovable object.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Proudly In Place, Large Ancient Rocks Support Everything'.
   - Create a mental image of a pillar to remember the word.

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