The key policy areas upon which European integration is based. The first pillar is 'economic union', the second a 'common foreign and security policy' and the third 'justice and home affairs'. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21276
Pillars came in various shapes, sizes and colourings, such as red and white pillars found in a peristyle in Pompeii or orange and red pillars surrounding an impluvium in an atrium. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/visitor-contributions.php
Used in a tiered cake, such as a wedding cake, to separate the tiers of cake. They can be made of plastic or wood in several lengths to achieve the desired look. Found on http://www.wrenscottage.com/kitchen/glossary.php
These support the roof over the stage. They are made from wood but are decorated to look like marble. When Mark Rylance was Artistic Director he often called them the ‘Pillars of Hercules’. This is a reference to the Greek hero who, during the course of his labours, was tricked by Atlas into holding the Globe on his shoulders. It is likely that... Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22691