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foot·stall
(fo͝ot′stôl′)n.
The pedestal, plinth, or base of a pillar, column, or statue.
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footstall
(ˈfʊtˌstɔːl)n
1. (Architecture) the pedestal, plinth, or base of a column, pier, or statue
2. (Horse Training, Riding & Manège) the stirrup on a sidesaddle
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| Noun | 1. |  footstall - an architectural support or base (as for a column or statue)pillar, column - (architecture) a tall vertical cylindrical structure standing upright and used to support a structure dado - the section of a pedestal between the base and the surbase socle - a plain plinth that supports a wall support - supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation; "the statue stood on a marble support" |
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