Flagpole
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈflæɡˌpoʊl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Flagpole is a noun meaning A tall pole up which one or more flags may be raised and flown.
Meaning
A tall pole up which one or more flags may be raised and flown.
More Meanings
- (Canada, rare) To exit a country momentarily and reenter, usually in order to satisfy immigration requirements.
Example Sentences
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.
Word Forms
- flagpoles
- flag pole
- flagpoling
- flagpoled
Synonyms for flagpole
Depending on context, synonyms include flagstaff.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include flagstaff, standard-bearer, flagship, ship, vessel, pole.
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