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pillar in Malay

tiang

UK/ˈpɪlə//ˈpɪlɚ/

pillar in Malay: tiang, turus. In English, pillar means a large post, often used as supporting architecture.

Malay words for pillar

large post, often used as supporting architecture
tiang, turus

English meaning of pillar

  1. noun A large post, often used as supporting architecture.
  2. noun Something resembling such a structure.
  3. noun An essential part of something that provides support.
  4. noun A portable ornamental column, formerly carried before a cardinal, as emblematic of his support to the church.

Full definition of pillar

pillar in a sentence

  • He's a pillar of the community.

Synonyms of pillar

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Questions about pillar in Malay

What is the meaning of pillar in Malay?
Pillar in Malay is tiang, turus.
Apakah maksud pillar dalam bahasa Melayu?
Pillar: tiang, turus.
What does pillar mean in English?
Pillar means a large post, often used as supporting architecture.

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