Poke (Verb)
Meaning 1
Hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument; "the salesman pounded the door knocker"; "a bible-thumping Southern Baptist".
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Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
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Meaning 2
Make a hole by poking.
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- She poked a hole in the plastic container using a sharp pencil.
- Poke a small hole in the envelope so the perfume sample doesn't leak.
- He poked a hole in the wall with a screwdriver to hang the picture.
- Use a fork to poke holes in the pie crust before baking to allow steam to escape.
- Carefully poke a hole in the bottom of the planter for better drainage.
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Meaning 3
Poke or thrust abruptly; "he jabbed his finger into her ribs".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- She used the stick to poke the campfire and revive the flames.
- He poked his friend with his elbow, trying to get his attention.
- The child poked her finger into the hole in the wall.
- Don't poke the bear, as it's unpredictable and might attack.
- The nurse will poke you with a needle to administer the vaccination.
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Meaning 4
Search or inquire in a meddlesome way; "This guy is always nosing around the office".
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Verbs of seeing, hearing, feeling.
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Meaning 5
Stir by poking; "poke the embers in the fireplace".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.