English to Hindi Dictionary

Hindi meaning of pillar

pillar

/noun/ स्तंभ; खंभा; आधार; लाट; स्तम्भ; खम्भा;

Synonym column; strut; basis; pole;

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English Dictionary:

1. Pillar

[a.]

- Having a support in the form of a pillar, instead of legs; as, a pillar drill.

2. Pillar

[n.]

- The general and popular term for a firm, upright, insulated support for a superstructure; a pier, column, or post; also, a column or shaft not supporting a superstructure, as one erected for a monument or an ornament.
- Figuratively, that which resembles such a pillar in appearance, character, or office; a supporter or mainstay; as, the Pillars of Hercules; a pillar of the state.
- A portable ornamental column, formerly carried before a cardinal, as emblematic of his support to the church.
- The center of the volta, ring, or manege ground, around which a horse turns.