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[はしら()]
hashira
noun, suffix, counter

English Meaning(s) for 柱

noun
  1. pillar; post
  2. support; prop; mainstay
suffix, counter
  1. counter for buddhas, gods, nobles, etc.

Definition and Synonyms for 柱

Pole a long (usually round) rod of wood or metal or plastic
Synonyms: ポール, , , , , 竿, 竿
Post an upright consisting of a piece of timber or metal fixed firmly in an upright position
Synonyms: 支柱, , , , , , 棒杙
Linchpin a central cohesive source of support and stability
Synonyms: かなめ, よりどころ, キーストーン, バックボーン, 中枢, 主柱, 基幹, 大黒柱, 屋台骨, , , 支柱, , , , 柱石, 要石
Pillar a fundamental principle or practice
Synonyms: 中枢, , , , 柱石, 棟梁
Mainstay a prominent supporter
Synonyms: 中枢, 大黒柱, 支柱, , , , 柱石, 棟梁
Column anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower
Synonyms: コラム, タワー, 主柱, 円柱, , 支柱, , , , , ,

Meanings for each kanji in 柱

» pillar; post; cylinder; support

Categories 柱 is a member of

Form the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
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Rod a long thin implement made of metal or wood
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Support something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest
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Rule a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct
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Admirer a person who backs a politician or a team etc.
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Upright a vertical structural member as a post or stake
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 柱

Sample Sentences for 柱

We extended a wire between two posts.
These beams will not carry the weight of the roof.
The bridge is supported by 10 posts.
Overseas food exports are one of the mainstays of agribusiness.
A cat was sharpening its claws against a post.

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