顶梁柱 — meaning in English

English meaning

• mainstay noun The main thing that something relies on for support.
• pier noun A raised platform that extends from the shore out over water, used for boats or entertainment.
• pillar noun A tall vertical post, usually supporting part of a building.
• stalwart adj Strongly and solidly built; sturdy.

Senses

顶梁柱 is used for these senses in English:

• mainstay A chief support.
• pier (architecture) A rectangular pillar, or similar structure, that supports an arch, wall or roof, or the hinges of a gate.
• stalwart One who firmly supports a cause.

mainstay — full definition

1. noun The main thing that something relies on for support.
2. noun A person or thing you can always count on to play a steady, important part.
3. noun A rope running from near the top of a ship's mainmast down to the foremast, used to hold it steady.

pier — full definition

1. noun A raised platform that extends from the shore out over water, used for boats or entertainment.
2. noun A supporting column, such as one holding up a bridge or arch.

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