polo

Ido

/ˈpo.lo/

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Definitions
  • pole point where an axis meets the surface of a rotating body

Etymology

Derived from Latin polus (pole) derived from Ancient Greek πόλος (axis of rotation, axis, pivot, hinge).

Origin

Ancient Greek

πόλος

Gloss

axis of rotation, axis, pivot, hinge

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