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pilaster

/pɪˈlastə/ /pɪˈlæstɚ/

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noun

壁柱，装饰柱。

A rectangular column that projects partially from the wall to which it attached; it gives the appearance of a support, but is only for decoration.

Examples :

"The architect added a pilaster to each side of the doorway, giving the entrance a grander, more classical look, even though the pilasters didn't actually support the roof. "

建筑师在门廊两侧各加了一个壁柱，使得入口看起来更宏伟，更具古典风格，尽管这些壁柱实际上并不承重，纯粹是装饰用的。

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noun

壁柱，附墙柱。

A 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.

Examples :

"The builder added a pilaster to the basement wall to provide extra support for the floor above. "

建筑工人在地下室的墙壁上加了一个壁柱，为上面的楼层提供额外的支撑。

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