ironpillars
nounUK /ˈaɪənˌpɪləz/
US /ˈaɪərnˌpɪlərz/
Tall, strong posts made of iron that hold things up.
The old bridge was supported by thick ironpillars.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Strong people who support a group or idea.
The volunteers were the ironpillars of the community.
3. Firm rules or beliefs that hold a system together.
Honesty and fairness are the ironpillars of the game.
4. Vertical iron bars used as a fence or barrier.
The garden was surrounded by ironpillars.