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noun(pole)a contact on an electrical device (such as a battery) at which electric current enters or leaves
Synonyms: terminal,
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noun(pole)one of two points of intersection of the Earth's axis and the celestial sphere
Synonyms: celestial pole,
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noun(pole)one of the two ends of a magnet where the magnetism seems to be concentrated
Synonyms: magnetic pole,
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noun(pole)a long fiberglass sports implement used for pole vaulting
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noun(pole)a long (usually round) rod of wood or metal or plastic
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noun(pole)a native or inhabitant of Poland
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verb(pole)deoxidize molten metals by stirring them with a wooden pole
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noun(pole)one of two antipodal points where the Earth's axis of rotation intersects the Earth's surface
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noun(pole)one of two divergent or mutually exclusive opinions
Examples:
They are at opposite poles.
They are poles apart.
They are poles apart.
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verb(pole)support on poles
Examples:
Pole climbing plants like beans.