pier
//pɪr//
Noun
pierSingular
piersPlural
1
A structure built on posts extending from land out over water, used as a landing place for boats or as a promenade
We walked along the pier and watched the boats in the harbor.
2
A vertical support structure, such as a pillar or column, that supports a bridge, building, or other construction
The bridge is supported by concrete piers.
3
A solid section of wall between two openings, such as between windows or doors
The architect designed decorative piers between the large windows.