A wooden pole, usually fifteen to twenty-five long and nine inches in diameter, used to rotate a windmill into the wind.

Alternative form of tail-pole

(nautical) A spar used to support the spinnaker.

(political science, US) the process of steady growth of the mutual dislike between Republicans and Democrats since the 1970s

(US, Australia, law enforcement) The police force belonging to the state (subnational) government, as contrasted with federal, county, or municipal law enforcement.

A long pole with a microphone attached, used to record participants who are being filmed while allowing the operator to stay out of the shot.

plural of police blotter

A sporting event that involves staying on, climbing up, walking over or otherwise traversing a pole that has been made slippery. / The slippery pole used in the event.

An undecorated aluminum pole used in the celebration of Festivus.

plural of polar circle