A central vertical supporting post used in architecture and bridge as well as in aircraft and ship design.
A tall pillar or post used to support some structure; often above water.
The handle of a plough.
A crutch.
Either of two poles with footrests that allow someone to stand or walk above the ground; used mostly by entertainers.
Any of various wading birds of the genera Himantopus and Cladorhynchus, related to the avocet, that have extremely long legs and long thin bills.
to raise on stilts, or as if on stilts
to apply unnecessary pomp or formality