pylon Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a tower for guiding pilots or marking the turning point in a race
  2. noun a large vertical steel tower supporting high-tension power lines
    power pylon.
    • power pylons are a favorite target for terrorists

WordNet

Py"lon noun
Etymology
NL., fr. Gr. a gateway.
Definitions
  1. A low tower, having a truncated pyramidal form, and flanking an ancient Egyptian gateway.
    Massive pylons adorned with obelisks in front. J. W. Draper.
  2. An Egyptian gateway to a large building (with or without flanking towers).

Webster 1913