column (EN)

noun

noun “column”

1. a tall, solid structure that often supports something above it, like a roof
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   The ancient Greeks built temples with marble columns to support the roofs and add beauty to the structures.
2. a vertical series of cells in a table, read from top to bottom
   In the budget spreadsheet, all the expenses are listed in the second column.
3. a section of text that is meant to be read from top to bottom, particularly when there are several sections side by side on one page
   The newspaper article was organized into three narrow columns, making it easier to follow the text.
4. a regular section in a magazine or newspaper, often written by the same person
   She writes a gardening column for the local newspaper, sharing tips and stories about her experiences with plants.
5. a line of soldiers or military vehicles arranged one behind the other
   The column of tanks moved slowly through the narrow street, heading towards the front line.