piédestal — meaning in English

English meaning

• pedestal noun The base that supports a column, statue, vase, or similar object.
• stand verb To be upright on one's feet, or to rise into that position.

Senses

piédestal is used for these senses in English:

• pedestal (architecture) The base or foot of a column, statue, vase, lamp.
• stand A device to hold something upright or aloft.

pedestal — full definition

1. noun The base that supports a column, statue, vase, or similar object.
2. noun A position of great honor or admiration.

stand — full definition

1. verb To be upright on one's feet, or to rise into that position.
2. verb To be located or positioned somewhere.
3. verb To tolerate or endure something, usually in the negative.
4. verb To remain valid or in effect.
5. verb To be a candidate in an election.

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