건축물의 무게를 지탱하거나 장식을 위해 세운 높고 수직인 구조물
A tall vertical structure of stone, wood, or metal used as a support for a building or as an ornament.
예문:
"The cathedral's roof is supported by dozens of massive stone pillars."
"The architect added decorative pillars to the entrance to give it a classical feel."
사회나 조직, 신념 체계 등에서 핵심적인 지지대 역할을 하는 인물이나 원칙
A person or thing regarded as reliably providing essential support for an organization or system.
예문:
"He was considered a pillar of the local church for his lifelong service."
"Education is often cited as a pillar of economic development."
기체나 액체 등이 수직으로 높게 솟아올라 기둥과 비슷한 형태를 띠는 것
A mass of something, such as smoke or fire, that is shaped like a vertical column.
예문:
"A thick pillar of black smoke rose from the burning warehouse."
"The volcano erupted, sending a pillar of ash miles into the atmosphere."
채광 시 갱도의 천장을 받치기 위해 채굴하지 않고 남겨둔 광석이나 바위 부분
A mass of ore or rock left in place to support the roof of a mine.
예문:
"Miners must leave adequate pillars to prevent the tunnel from collapsing."