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poked

The correct spelling is poked.

How to pronounce poked

verb

IPA: /pəʊkt/

Say it like: Pok-ed

The correct spelling is poked. To prod or jab with an object such as a finger or a stick. For example: "I poked about in the rubble, trying to find my lost keys."

Usage Examples

I poked about in the rubble, trying to find my lost keys.

to poke an ox

If she smokes, she pokes.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To prod or jab with an object such as a finger or a stick.
  2. 2.To stir up a fire to remove ash or promote burning.
  3. 3.To rummage; to feel or grope around.
  4. 4.To modify the value stored in (a memory address).
  5. 5.To put a poke (device to prevent leaping or breaking fences) on (an animal).

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