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Meaning of the word poke in English

What does poke mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

poke

US /poʊk/
UK /pəʊk/
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Verb

1.

to push a finger or other pointed object quickly into someone or something

Example:
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She poked him in the ribs with her elbow.
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He poked the fire with a stick to make it burn brighter.
Synonym:
jab prod thrust dig nudge
2.

to cause something to stick out

Example:
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A small branch poked out from the bush.
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His head poked out from behind the curtain.
Synonym:
protrude jut stick out project

Noun

an act of poking someone or something

Example:
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He gave her a playful poke in the arm.
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With a quick poke, he opened the stubborn lid.
Synonym:
jab prod thrust dig nudge
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poke fun at a pig in a poke poke your nose into