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pole vault
1noun
, Track.
- a field event in which a leap or vault over a crossbar is performed with the aid of a long pole.
- a leap or vault so performed.
pole-vault
2[ pohl-vawlt ]
verb (used without object)
- to execute a pole vault.
pole vault
noun
- the pole vaulta field event in which competitors attempt to clear a high bar with the aid of an extremely flexible long pole
- a single attempt in the pole vault
verb
- intr to perform a pole vault or compete in the pole vault
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Derived Forms
- ˈpole-ˌvaulter, noun
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Other Words From
- pole-vaulter noun
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Word History and Origins
Origin of pole vault1
First recorded in 1890–95
Origin of pole vault2
First recorded in 1890–95
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Example Sentences
Only the shot-put, the 880 yards run, the pole-vault and the two miles remained.
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This involuntary pole vault left him with breath quite crushed out, but still struggling.
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I think I won the pole vault, as well as the mile run, but Im not sure.
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Yes, I used to do some jumping, and occasionally a pole vault.
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Fomey ought to be prominent in the pole vault, and if in condition, should win.
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