electric pole

Utility line support

An electric pole is a tall wooden, metal, or concrete post that supports overhead power lines and electrical equipment.

Also called a utility pole or power pole.

Electric poles line streets and highways, carrying electricity from generating stations to homes and businesses: The storm knocked down three electric poles on our block.

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power infrastructure type

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Structure supporting power lines

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Wiring installed below ground

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G