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English to English noun
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a prominent supporter |  | Example: he is a pillar of the community
source: wordnet30
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a central cohesive source of support and stability | | Example: faith is his anchor
the keystone of campaign reform was the ban on soft money
he is the linchpin of this firm
source: wordnet30
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the forestay that braces the mainmast | | source: wordnet30
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The stay extending from the foot of the foremast to the maintop. | | source: webster1913
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