A solid grip with the feet.
A secure position from which it is difficult to be dislodged.
Airhead, beachhead, bridgehead, lodgement.
The body from the hips over the core to the shoulders.
A portable ornamental column, formerly carried before a cardinal, as emblematic of his support to the church.
A large post, often used as supporting architecture.
The centre of the volta, ring, or manege ground, around which a horse turns.
An essential part of something that provides support.
Something resembling such a structure.
To provide with pillars or added strength as if from pillars.