Cross-pole

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A pole that runs horizontally between two supports or is supported by a central support.
  2. 2
    A type of antenna that utilises cross-polarisation; an antenna in which the sending and receiving waves are orthogonal to one another.
  3. 3
    One of two poles that cross over one another.

Etymology

Shortening of cross-polarisation.

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