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caryatid

noun

/ˌkɛəriˈætɪd/

Meaning

A stone carving of a draped female figure, used as a supporting column in architecture.

The ancient temple featured a caryatid holding up the roof.

pillar, column, support, statue, sculpture

beam, wall, pier

ancient caryatid, marble caryatid, temple caryatid

Great wealth or luxuriousness.

The ability to find new and clever solutions.

a railing supported by posts at the side of a staircase or balcony

The amount of space between two points or places.

bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly; anger and displeasure resulting from some injury...

A high degree of competence or skill; expertise.