Pole/pəʊl/ Definition 1 of 5Pro Tip 1/2Holding Support Think of 'pole' as a strong, supportive object that bears weight or holds things in place. They erected a pole to support the drooping flowers. Pro Tip 2/2Straight Shape 'Pole' usually refers to something slender and elongated, not short or stout. The flag was hanging from a tall, straight pole.