pillar

US /ˈpɪl.ɚ/
UK /ˈpɪl.ɚ/
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1.

sütun, direk

a tall vertical structure of stone, wood, or metal, used as a support for a building, or as an ornament or monument

:
The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.
Antik tapınak devasa taş sütunlarla destekleniyordu.
A memorial pillar was erected in honor of the fallen soldiers.
Şehit askerlerin anısına bir anıt sütun dikildi.
2.

direk, temel, dayanak

a person or thing regarded as providing essential support or a crucial element to something

:
She was a pillar of strength for her family during difficult times.
Zor zamanlarda ailesi için bir güç direğiydi.
Education is a key pillar of a thriving society.
Eğitim, gelişen bir toplumun temel direğidir.