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
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gargetphytolacca americanapigeon berryscokeSomeone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dawdlerdronelaggardlaggertrailerHypernyms (Closely Related)
do-nothingidlerlayaboutloaferHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A bag made of paper or plastic for holding customer's purchases
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carrier bagpaper bagsackHypernyms (Closely Related)
bagHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)
Example: "He warned me with a jab with his finger"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jabjabbingpokingthrustingPoke - as a verb
Poke or thrust abruptly
Example: "He jabbed his finger into her ribs"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
digjabstabSearch or inquire in a meddlesome way
Example: "This guy is always nosing around the office"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
horn inintrudenosepryStir 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"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
poundthumpMake 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.
