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    Pillar (en. To catch)

    /piˈlar/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Vertical structure that supports or holds something.
    The pillar of the house is made of concrete.
    El pilar de la casa está hecho de concreto.
    Person or thing that is fundamental to a group or cause.
    She is a pillar in our community.
    Ella es un pilar en nuestra comunidad.
    Support or foundation of an idea or system.
    Education is a pillar of our society.
    La educación es un pilar de nuestra sociedad.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pilīar', which means 'stick' or 'post'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    pillar of the community
    Person who significantly contributes to social welfare.
    pilar de la comunidad
    moral pillar
    Principle or value that guides a person's ethical behavior.
    pilar moral
    to be a pillar
    To be fundamental or essential in a given context.
    ser un pilar

    Related Words

    column
    Elongated vertical structure that serves as a support.
    columna
    support
    Element that holds something.
    soporte
    foundation
    Base on which something is built.
    fundamento

    Slang Meanings

    To hold something firmly.
    I always make sure to organize my ideas well before presenting them.
    Siempre voy a pillar bien mis ideas antes de presentarlas.
    In the context of friendship, to be someone you can trust.
    You are my pillar in difficult moments.
    Eres mi pilar en momentos difíciles.