Pedestal support is a term used to describe the structure that supports a pedestal or column. The two most common forms of pedestal support are SOCLE and SLAB. SOCLE is a five-letter word meaning a low wall or base, usually made of stone or brick, that supports a pedestal or column. SLAB is a four-letter word meaning a large, flat piece of stone, concrete, or other material used as a foundation or base for a structure. Both SOCLE and SLAB are commonly used to provide support for pedestals and columns.