cross-pole

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