twistedpole
nounUK /ˈtwɪstɪd pəʊl/
US /ˈtwɪstɪd poʊl/
A twisted pole is a long stick that has been bent and turned around itself.
The old fence was held up by a twisted pole that leaned to one side.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A pole in gymnastics or acrobatics that is spiraled for gripping.
The acrobat spun around the twisted pole during the show.
3. A crooked support used in temporary structures like tents or scaffolds.
They tied the canvas to a twisted pole to keep it steady.
4. A playful name for a winding path or trail marker shaped like a pole.
We followed the twisted pole markers through the forest.