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POKING

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 11 meanings of the word Poking.

Poking - as a noun

A sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)

Example: "He warned me with a jab with his finger"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jab12jabbing19poke10thrusting13

Poking - as a verb

To prod or jab with an object such as a finger or a stick.

To stir up a fire to remove ash or promote burning.

To rummage; to feel or grope around.

Example: "I poked about in the rubble, trying to find my lost keys."

To modify the value stored in (a memory address).

To put a poke (device to prevent leaping or breaking fences) on (an animal).

Example: "To poke an ox"

To thrust at with the horns; to gore.

To notify (another user) of activity on social media or an instant messenger.

To thrust (something) in a particular direction such as the tongue.

To penetrate in sexual intercourse.

Example: "If she smokes, she pokes."

Poking - as an adjective

Drudging; servile

Example Sentences

"She was poking at the fire with a stick."
"He kept poking me in the arm to get my attention."
"The children were poking each other and giggling."
"She can't resist poking her nose into other people's business."
"Stop poking me with your pencil!"
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Word Game Points

Is POKING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, poking is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

POKING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is POKING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, poking is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
POKING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is POKING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, poking is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
POKING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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