kolom

Definitions of kolom
  1. noun
    (architecture) a tall vertical cylindrical structure standing upright and used to support a structure
    synonyms: ante, zuil
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    a figure of a man used as a supporting column
    halfzuil, liseen, muurpijler, pilaster, wandpijler
    a rectangular column that usually projects about a third of its width from the wall to which it is attached
    staketwerk
    a column of wood or steel or concrete that is driven into the ground to provide support for a structure
    damwand
    a pile in a row of piles driven side by side to retain earth or prevent seepage
  2. noun
    anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower
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    vorm
    the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
  3. noun
    an article giving opinions or perspectives
    synonyms: cursiefje, hoofdartikel, rubriek
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    vragenbus
    a newspaper column devoted to personal problems
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