flagpole
word
Definition
A tall pole used to display a flag, usually outside buildings, in schools, or public spaces.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily refers to a physical pole for flying a flag. Typical collocations: 'raise the flag on the flagpole', 'school flagpole'. Not used for handheld flag sticks.
Spanish: asta de banderaPortuguese (BR): mastro de bandeiraPortuguese (PT): mastro de bandeiraChinese (Simplified): 旗杆Chinese (Traditional): 旗桿Hindi: झंडे का डंडाArabic: سارية العلم
Example Sentences
The national flag is on the flagpole.
basic
The school has a tall flagpole by the entrance.
basic
He climbed the flagpole during the festival.
basic
Let's meet by the flagpole after school.
natural
The wind blew the flag off the flagpole.
natural
You can see the huge flagpole from any spot in the park.
natural