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pole′ vault`

1. a field event in which a vault over a crossbar is performed with the aid of a long pole.

2. a vault so performed.

[1890–95]

pole′-vault`, v.i.

pole′-vault`er, n.

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pole jump - a competition that involves jumping over a high crossbar with the aid of a long pole

pole jumping, pole vault, pole vaulting

run-up - the approach run during which an athlete gathers speed

field event - a competition that takes place on a field rather than on a running track

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