north pole

noun

Definition of NORTH POLE

a often capitalized N&P : the northernmost point of the earth; broadly : the corresponding point of a celestial body (as a planet)

b : the zenith of the heavens as viewed from the north terrestrial pole

of a magnet : the pole that points toward the north when the magnet is freely suspended

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14th century

NORTH POLE Defined for Kids

noun

often cap N&P : the most northern point of the earth : the northern end of the earth's axis

: the end of a magnet that points toward the north when the magnet is free to swing

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