Pylon

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-004605",
  "term": "Pylon",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A tall, freestanding structure used to support overhead electrical power lines, often constructed from steel lattice or concrete. These structures elevate conductors to maintain safe clearance from the ground and obstacles, facilitating long-distance transmission of electricity. Pylons are categorized by their function, such as suspension, tension, or transposition types.",
  "synonyms": [
    "electricity pylon",
    "transmission tower"
  ],
  "subject": "Industrial supplies, equipment, and components",
  "see_also": [
    "anchor pylon"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Mast",
    "es": "torre de alta tensión",
    "fr": "pylône"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/pylon/"
}