Thesaurus results for STANCHION

stanchion

noun

ˈstan-chən

Definition of stanchion

as in pilaster

an upright shaft that supports an overhead structure the stanchion of an arch

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Recent Examples of stanchion The image of Brooking’s shot lodged in the stanchion, and Moore’s delighted commentary, have never left me. — The Athletic Uk Staff, New York Times, 18 June 2026 For example, the deck stanchions had to be reinforced to withstand the moments from a 24 m-tall cylinder in heavy wind. — Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026 Only the parents or guardians listed on the application will be allowed past the rope stanchions during the race. — Christine Smallwood, Harpers Magazine, 21 Apr. 2026 In the clip, he can be seen screaming in an airport terminal and shoving a stanchion. — Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stanchion

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Noun

Ionic pilasters and a modern light fixture dress up the staircase.

— Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
The small saints on side pilasters were sold off on the antiques market.

— Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of pilaster

Noun

Innovation will always be an important pillar of the award, said Christiane Dolva, the philanthropic organization’s head of innovation, research and demonstration.

— Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026
Dedicated to the god Amun, it is known for its beautiful pillars and intricate carvings.

— Jamie Carter, Space.com, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of pillar

Noun

Its Clark Street frontage, lined with Ionic columns, is right across from Federal Plaza.

— Darius Johnson, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026
Some are closer to the win column than others and some earn a big unexpected bonus due to a boob falling out and receiving camera time.

— Sean Joseph OutKick, FOXNews.com, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of column

Noun

In 2024, the city added about 200,000 cubic yards of sand near the pier and 37,000 cubic yards just up the coast at North Beach, the first step in what will be a decades-long process of restoring the beaches.

— Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026
That change is in part because the FOG Talks program will move from the back of that pier to a dedicated space, the Cowell Theater, which has 437 seats.

— Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 15 Oct. 2026

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