What does POLED mean?

Parts of Speech

Poled is a verb.

Definitions

1. To propel or push with a pole, as a boat in shallow water.

2. To support or propel with a pole, as a person crossing a stream.

3. To furnish with poles, as land for growing hops.

Pronunciations

US: /poʊld/

UK: /pəʊld/

Origin and Usage

The word poled originated from the Middle English word "polen," which means "to push with a pole." It is commonly used in the context of boating, where it refers to the act of propelling a boat with a pole in shallow water. It can also refer to supporting oneself with a pole while crossing a stream or furnishing land with poles for growing hops.

Synonyms

Propel, push, thrust, shove, poke.

Related Words

Poles, poler, poise, posed, poser.

Example Sentences

1. He poled the boat through the shallow water.
2. She poled herself across the stream using a long stick.
3. The farmer poled the land for growing hops.