Poling

Definition:

  • (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Pole
  • (n.) The act of supporting or of propelling by means of a pole or poles; as, the poling of beans; the poling of a boat.
  • (n.) The operation of dispersing worm casts over the walks with poles.
  • (n.) One of the poles or planks used in upholding the side earth in excavating a tunnel, ditch, etc.