pole jumper

/poʊl ˌdʒʌmpər/
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Definitions of pole jumper
  1. noun
    an athlete who jumps over a high crossbar with the aid of a long pole
    synonyms: pole vaulter, vaulter
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    type of:
    athlete, jock
    a person trained to compete in sports
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