Poke — synonyms, definition

1. poke (Noun)

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poke (Noun) — Tall coarse perennial American herb having small white flowers followed by blackish-red berries on long drooping racemes; young fleshy stems are edible; berries and root are poisonous.

poke (Noun) — Someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind.

poke (Noun) — A bag made of paper or plastic for holding a customer's purchases.

poke (Noun) — A sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow).

poke (Noun) — (boxing) a blow with the fist. ex. "I gave him a poke on his nose"

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2. poke (Verb)

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poke (Verb) — Push suddenly or strongly with a finger or something pointed. ex. "he poked his finger into her ribs"

poke (Verb) — Search or inquire in a meddlesome way. ex. "This guy is always poking around the office"

poke (Verb) — Stir by poking. ex. "poke the embers in the fireplace"

poke (Verb) — Hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument. ex. "a bible-poking Southern Baptist"

poke (Verb) — Make a hole by poking.

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