column — a tall vertical structure, typically cylindrical, used as a support for a roof or other parts of a building
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a tall vertical structure, typically cylindrical, used as a support for a roof or other parts of a building
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːləm/
Example Sentences
- The cat knocked over a decorative column and blamed it on the dog.
- I always read the sports column first thing in the morning.
- Please fill in your name in the first column of the form.
column
NOUN[/ˈkɑːləm/]
a tall vertical structure, typically cylindrical, used as a support for a roof or other parts of a building
Massive marble columns hold up the ancient temple roof against the bright sky.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'columna' meaning 'pillar' or 'support', which is related to 'columen' meaning 'summit' or 'top'. The word entered English through Old French during the Norman period.
Breakdown
Latin columna (pillar/support) → Old French columpne → Middle English column = a vertical cylindrical support structure
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📝Examples
“The cat knocked over a decorative column and blamed it on the dog.”
“I always read the sports column first thing in the morning.”
“Please fill in your name in the first column of the form.”
“The building's columns were so tall that pigeons used them as luxury apartments.”
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