poler

American

[poh-ler] / ˈpoʊ lər /

noun

a person or thing that poles. pole.
pole horse.

poler British

/ ˈpəʊlə /

noun

another name for pole horse
a person or thing that poles, esp a punter

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Etymology

Origin of poler

First recorded in 1680–90; pole ¹ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

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San Francisco Pole and Dance owner Amy Bond is introduced as an example of a competitive poler who trains her students in performance and technique.

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2021

Both the poler and therapist in me felt uncomfortable and misrepresented when watching "Strip Down, Rise Up."

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2021

In 1905, a poler - those who pushed the large ice blocks through the channels - earned $1.75 a day.

From Washington Times • Jan. 27, 2018

"Just the same, Warwick," George said, "I'm not at all sure a poler named Allen couldn't tell you something about juggling crowns."

From The Guarded Heights by Camp, Wadsworth

Poling is a primitive, go-as-you-please method of propelling a craft and is almost free from rules except those suggested by the common sense of the poler.

From On the Trail An Outdoor Book for Girls by Beard, Lina

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