The Collaborative International Dictionary
Pry pole
Pry \Pry\, n. [Corrupted fr. prize a lever. See Prize, n.] A lever; also, leverage. [Local, U. S. & Eng.]
Pry pole, the pole which forms the prop of a hoisting gin, and stands facing the windlass.
Usage examples of "pry pole".
I worked in the field until I was married, behind the plow and with scythe and ax, rake and spade, pitchfork and pry pole.