Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Poke.
How to pronounce poke:
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Poke - as a 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
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Someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind
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A bag made of paper or plastic for holding customer's purchases
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A sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)
Example: "He warned me with a jab with his finger"
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(boxing) a blow with the fist
Example: "I gave him a clout on his nose"
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Poke - as a verb
Poke or thrust abruptly
Example: "He jabbed his finger into her ribs"
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Search or inquire in a meddlesome way
Example: "This guy is always nosing around the office"
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Stir by poking
Example: "Poke the embers in the fireplace"
Hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument
Example: "The salesman pounded the door knocker"
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Make a hole by poking
Example Sentences
"She gave him a gentle poke to get his attention."
"He received a poke in the side during the tickle fight."
"The kids enjoyed playing with sticks and giving each other pretend pokes."
"He felt a sharp poke on his arm as the mosquito bit him."
"She used a toothpick to poke holes in the cake before pouring the syrup."
Word Game Points
Is POKE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, poke is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
POKE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is POKE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, poke is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPOKE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is POKE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, poke is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPOKE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
