The direction indicating positive or negative electrical charges flowing through a circuit. Direct current has two poles, one positive, one negative, flowing from negative to positive.
Polarized plug
Electric plug that guarantees that the hot side of a receptacle is connected to the hot side of an appliance because it can be inserted into the receptacle only one way. When the appliance switch is off, the power to the appliance stops at the switch.
Pole
Calculation of the amount of hot wires connected to an electrical circuit breaker; single pole has one, double pole has two.
Pole gun
Extension handled spray gun for paint, which permits high areas to be reached.
Pole saw
Police power
The right of any governmental body to enact and enforce regulations for the order, safety, health, morals and general welfare of the public.
Policy
A real estate owner's rules regarding the use of the property by a tenant. A principal plan or course of action. Alternately, a written contract in which one party guarantees to insure another against a specified loss.
Polish coat
Final coat of joint compound when tape is installed over drywall seams.
Polished chrome (cp)
Finish used on faucets.
Polishing bonnet
Used alone or with a wax, this sheepskin or cloth cover goes over a motor wheel to polish surfaces.
