# polepiece

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
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.

## Etymology
From pole + piece.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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