Meaning of the word pokey in English

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

pokey

US /ˈpoʊ.ki/
UK /ˈpəʊ.ki/

Adjective

1.

small and cramped

Example:
The apartment was a bit pokey, but it was all I could afford.
We stayed in a pokey little room at the back of the hotel.
2.

slow or sluggish

Example:
The old computer was so pokey, it took ages to load anything.
Don't be so pokey, we're going to be late!