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fishing pole

American  

noun

  • fishing poles
    plural
  1. a long, slender rod of wood or other material with a line and hook fastened to one end for use in catching fish.


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Etymology

Origin of fishing pole

An Americanism dating back to 1785–95


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The standard model can be modified with options to tilt the seat, recline the back and elevate the legs, as well as to add holders for a fishing pole, a drink and an umbrella.

From New York Times ● Jun. 7, 2023

A coach in a gray sweater held what looks like a fishing pole attached to a harness worn by a young skater who attempted a triple-toe loop.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 11, 2022

If you grab your fishing pole and head to a river in Montana’s Rocky Mountains, you may easily make a catch.

From Washington Post ● Jan. 7, 2022

On Phinney Ridge, Sheila Cane’s husband used a fishing pole to reel a witchy skeleton with chocolate down and back.

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 22, 2021

He was hunched over a fishing pole and did not appear to notice them.

From "Copper Sun" by Sharon M. Draper

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