(acoustics) Either of a pair of flexible rods whose periods of vibration in two planes at right angles are in some exact ratio to one another. When one end of such a rod is fixed, the free end describes through vibration the corresponding Lissajous figure.

(historical) An old unit of length, equal to 12.36 feet (377.7 cm).

(fishing) A stand for holding various items of angling equipment while it is in use.

plural of rod pod

Rod used for dowsing, a technique of divination used to locate subterranean sources of water, metal, other mineral resources or even various other things through magic, or according to many believers a natural phenomenon.

A rod, often made in sections, which carries a line used for angling and is used to support both the line and the reel and to cast the line.

Synonym of divining rod.

(anatomy) Any of the cylindrical photoreceptor cells in the retina that function in dim light levels.

(idiomatic) The means of one's own punishment or downfall.

To rule with stern severity.