NOUN | event | pole jumping, pole vault, pole vaulting, pole jump | a competition that involves jumping over a high crossbar with the aid of a long pole |
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Meaning | A competition that involves jumping over a high crossbar with the aid of a long pole. | |
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Synonyms | pole vault, pole vaulting, pole jump | |
Parts | run-up | The approach run during which an athlete gathers speed |
Broader | field event | A competition that takes place on a field rather than on a running track |
Spanish | salto con garrocha, salto con pértiga, salto de pértiga | |
Catalan | salt amb perxa, salt de perxa |
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