flagpole
Translation
flagpole, flagstaff
Examples
They raised the flag on the tall flagpole.
They raised the flag on the tall flagpole.
The flagpole stood in front of the school.
The flagpole stood in front of the school.
Grammar Patterns
((countable noun)) a pole on which a flag is flown They raised the flag on the tall flagpole.
Similar Words
Synonyms: flagstaff, mast
Etymology
A compound word: 'flag' + 'pole'.
Memory Tips
It's literally a 'pole' for a 'flag'. A very straightforward word.