monopole


mono·pole

noun \ˈmä-nə-ˌpōl\

Definition of MONOPOLE

1
: a single positive or negative electric charge; also : a hypothetical north or south magnetic pole existing alone
2
: a radio antenna consisting of a single often straight element

First Known Use of MONOPOLE

1937

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