poles
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/poʊlz/
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/pəʊlz/
(pole)
long, slender object
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pole' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'pol', where it meant 'stake or post'.
Historical Evolution
'pol' changed from Old English word 'pāl' and eventually became the modern English word 'pole'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'stake or post', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'long, slender, rounded piece of wood or metal'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'pole', referring to long, slender, rounded pieces of wood or metal.
The tent was supported by several poles.
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Noun 2
plural form of 'pole', referring to the ends of the Earth's axis, the North and South Poles.
The explorers set out on an expedition to the poles.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35