To perform a pole dance.

(nautical) A removable spar extending from the mast to the jib clew used to control the position and shape of the sail when broad reaching or running.

(athletics) a jumping event contested in track and field which requires an athlete to carry a fiberglass pole down a runway, plant the pole into a vaulting box and vault over a fiberglass bar, landing on a matted pit

A pole of wood or metal, used to transfer electricity from an overhead wire to power a tram, streetcar or trolley bus.

An imaginary point situated where a planet's axis intersects the celestial sphere.

(astronomy) The star nearest to Earth's axis when extended above the North Pole: currently Polaris, formerly Thuban.

A tall cylinder, often made from the trunk of a tree, usually topped by a cross beam, used by a public utility to carry wire, cable or conduit through the air, for the transportation of electricity, cable television, telephone or similar services.

a sturdy pole, lashed to the side of a sled, and used for steering and support

(nautical) Any small boat, such as a punt, propelled using a long pole.

present participle of pole-vault