Definitions

1. noun

a straight, tapering length of wood, metal, or other material, used for holding or supporting something.

“She leaned on the rod to steady herself while painting the ceiling.”

2. noun

a long, straight, pointed stick used for catching fish, especially a fishing rod.

“He cast his line into the water with his new fishing rod.”

3. noun

a bar or bar-like structure, especially one that is used for supporting or connecting something.

“The rod held the bridge’s weight and ensured its stability.”

4. verb

to insert or attach a rod to something.

“The engineer carefully rodged the pipe into place.”

5. verb

to provide with or as if with a rod, especially one used for support or guidance.

“The instructor rodged the young gymnast to help her balance.”

6. verb

to fish with a rod.

“He went out to rod for trout on the weekend.”

7. verb

to support or stiffen something with a rod.

“The engineer rodged the metal to make it more stable.”

8. verb

to provide with a rod for support or guidance.

“The instructor rodged the skier to help her navigate the slope.”