Bare pole is a term used to refer to a pole or mast without any sails or rigging. There are numerous synonyms for this phrase depending on the context in which it is used. Some common synonyms for bare pole include "bare mast," "unadorned pole," "naked spar," "bare spar," and "bare stick." These synonyms are often used in sailing or nautical contexts but can also be applied more broadly to describe any vertical structure that is devoid of any adornment or embellishment. Regardless of the specific synonym used, the phrase "bare pole" always denotes a sense of emptiness, simplicity, or lacking.