Meaning of the word stoke in English
What does stoke mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
stoke
US /stoʊk/
UK /stəʊk/
Verb
1.
to add fuel to a fire or furnace
Example:
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He stoked the fire with more logs.
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The furnace needs to be stoked regularly.
2.
to encourage or incite (a strong emotion or a bad situation)
Example:
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The rumors only served to stoke the public's anger.
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His speech stoked fears of an economic downturn.