flagpole

English

/ˈflæɡˌpoʊl/

noun
Definitions
  • A tall pole up which one or more flags may be raised and flown.

Etymology

Compound from English flag (computer science true-or-false value, either recording the fact that a certain event has occurred requesting that a certain optional action take place, flag) + English pole (head).

Origin

English

pole

Gloss

head

Concept
Semantic Field

The body

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

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