noun🔗SharePilasterA rectangular column that projects partially from the wall to which it attached; it gives the appearance of a support, but is only for decoration."The storefront's facade was decorated with pilasters, adding a touch of elegance even though they didn't actually hold up the roof. "Die Fassade des Ladengeschäfts war mit Pilastern verziert, die einen Hauch von Eleganz verliehen, obwohl sie das Dach nicht wirklich stützten.architecturebuildingartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗SharePilasterA column or short wing wall attached to the foundation wall which provides lateral support, or to support a vertical load that does not fall on the foundation wall."The architect added pilasters to the classroom wall, not just for decoration, but also to provide extra support to the heavy bookshelves. "Der Architekt fügte der Klassenraumwand Pilaster hinzu, nicht nur zur Dekoration, sondern auch, um die schweren Bücherregale zusätzlich zu stützen.architecturebuildingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
