grabpole
nounEtymology From grab + pole.
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A pole, usually fitted vertically, found on public transport vehicles such as train carriages, buses and trams, for passengers to hold when standing.
- Draught screens are fitted at the vestibule and at the service ends. Grabpoles are incorporated in each screen.1960 March 23, “Restaurant Cars for British Railways”, in Railway Magazine, page 155: