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1. Noun. A prominent supporter. "He is a pillar of the community"

Exact synonyms: Pillar
Generic synonyms: Admirer, Booster, Champion, Friend, Protagonist, Supporter

2. Noun. A central cohesive source of support and stability. "He is the linchpin of this firm"

Exact synonyms: Anchor, Backbone, Keystone, Linchpin, Lynchpin
Generic synonyms: Support
Derivative terms: Anchor

3. Noun. The forestay that braces the mainmast.

Generic synonyms: Forestay

1. n. The stay extending from the foot of the foremast to the maintop.

1. a principal support [n -STAYS]

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