pillaring

[ˈpɪlərɪŋ]

pillaring Definition

  • 1the act of providing pillars or columns for support
  • 2the process of extracting coal by leaving pillars to support the roof

Using pillaring: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pillaring" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The pillaring of the building was completed last week.

  • Example

    Pillaring is a common method used in coal mining.

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Summary: pillaring in Brief

The term 'pillaring' [ˈpɪlərɪŋ] refers to two distinct processes. The first is the act of providing pillars or columns for support, as in 'The pillaring of the building was completed last week.' The second is the process of extracting coal by leaving pillars to support the roof, as in 'Pillaring is a common method used in coal mining.'