maypole

/ˌmeɪˈpoʊl/
/ˈmeɪpəʊl/
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Definitions of maypole
  1. noun
    a vertical pole or post decorated with streamers that can be held by dancers celebrating May Day
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    type of:
    post
    an upright consisting of a piece of timber or metal fixed firmly in an upright position
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