pole horse

noun

1. a horse harnessed to the tongue of a vehicle; poler; wheeler.

pole horse

noun

1. Also called: poler. a horse harnessed alongside the shaft (pole) of a vehicle

Word History and Origins

Origin of pole horse¹

An Americanism dating back to 1815–25

Example Sentences

The pole horses followed as a matter of course,--the coach came up with a graceful sweep to the farmer's door, and then the horses were easily stopped.

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The postilion started the horses, the off pole horse tugged at his collar, the high springs creaked, and the body of the coach swayed.

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