flagpole — English Dictionary

Noun

1. A tall pole up which one or more flags may be raised and flown.

   Synonyms

   flagstaff

Verb

1. To exit a country momentarily and reenter, usually in order to satisfy immigration requirements.

   Usage

   • Canada
   • Rare

   Examples

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   I understand immigrating to Canada is getting harder and harder. [The difficulty of navigating bureaucracy] might be a way to let people fall between the cracks. I really don't know. The hoops immigrants have to go through, such as flagpoling. And I don't have any political representatives. I didn't vote.

Noun

1. surveying instrument consisting of a straight rod painted in bands of alternate red and white each one foot wide; used for sightings by surveyors

   Synonyms

   range poleranging pole

   Broader terms

   surveying instrumentsurveyor's instrument

2. a tall staff or pole on which a flag is raised

   Synonyms

   flagstaff

   Broader terms

   staff