Mast (noun)

1. A tall, vertical pole or structure that supports sails or other objects.
2. A long, sturdy pole used to support something, such as a flag or antenna.
3. A support for a hunting or fishing net.
4. The primary upright axis of a ship.
5. A structure used to support a windmill.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english mæst; akin to old high german mast mast and perhaps to old english macian to make.

Examples:

1. The mast of the ship rose high above the deck.
2. The flag was hoisted up the mast.
3. The ship has three masts.
4. A mast supporting a radar dish stood at the edge of the cliff.
5. He attached the fishing net to the mast and threw it into the water.