polepiece

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English

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Etymology

From pole +‎ piece.

Noun

polepiece (plural polepieces)

  1. A structure composed of material of high magnetic permeability that serves to direct the magnetic field produced by a magnet.
  2. A heavy strap which attaches the end of a carriage pole to the collar of a draught animal.
    Synonym: pole-strap