Meaning of the word columns in English
What does columns mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
columns
US /ˈkɑː.ləmz/
UK /ˈkɒl.əmz/
Plural Noun
1.
upright pillars or posts, typically cylindrical, supporting an arch, entablature, or other structure or standing alone as a monument
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The ancient temple was supported by massive stone columns.
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The grand hall featured tall, ornate columns.
2.
a vertical division of a page or text
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The newspaper article was spread across three columns.
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Please organize the data into two separate columns.
3.
a regular feature or series of articles in a newspaper or magazine
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She writes weekly columns on current affairs.
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His humorous columns are very popular with readers.
4.
a long, narrow line or formation of people, vehicles, or other things
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The soldiers marched in neat columns.
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A long column of cars stretched down the highway.