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Word: Pylon
Speech Type: Noun
early 17th century (denoting the monumental gateway to an Egyptian temple): from Greek pulōn, from pulē ‘gate’
ˈpʌɪlən
a tall tower-like structure used for carrying electricity cables high above the ground.
Short Definition:tall structure for carrying electricity cables
a structure on the wing of an aircraft used for supporting an engine or carrying a weapon, fuel tank, or other load.
Short Definition:structure on aircraft wing for carrying load
a plastic cone used to mark areas of roads.
Short Definition:plastic cone used to mark areas of roads
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