fishing pole
Americannoun
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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
Where was Nathaniel Benson and his fishing pole when I needed him?
From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson
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