columns (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkɒləmz/

Definition

Vertical sections of text or numbers arranged one above the other, or upright pillars supporting a structure.

Examples

• The newspaper article was printed in three narrow columns.

• The architect designed the building with massive stone columns.

• Please enter your data in the first two columns of the spreadsheet.

How to Use columns

in columns (prepositional phrase)

Arranged vertically, one above the other. — "The text was formatted in narrow columns."

column of (prepositional phrase)

A formation of people or things arranged one behind another. — "A column of smoke rose into the sky."

Synonyms of columns

Words with a similar meaning to columns:

• pillars
• posts
• shafts
• supports

Antonyms of columns

Words with the opposite meaning to columns:

• rows
• floors

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