What does flagpole mean?
Flagpole means A tall pole up which one or more flags may be raised and flown..
Flagpole
/ˈflæɡˌpoʊl/ · noun
Meaning
A tall pole up which one or more flags may be raised and flown..
Definitions by Sense
- A tall pole up which one or more flags may be raised and flown.
- (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.
Synonyms for flagpole
Antonyms for flagpole
Related Words
Word Forms
- flagpoles
- flag pole
- flagpoling
- flagpoled
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for flagpole?
Common synonyms include flagstaff, range pole, ranging pole.
What is the opposite of flagpole?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use flagpole in a sentence?
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.
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