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Uncommonpoking
The correct spelling is poking.
How to pronounce poking
verb
IPA: /ˈpəʊkɪŋ/
Say it like: Pok-ing
The correct spelling is poking. 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.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To prod or jab with an object such as a finger or a stick.
- 2.To stir up a fire to remove ash or promote burning.
- 3.To rummage; to feel or grope around.
- 4.To modify the value stored in (a memory address).
- 5.To put a poke (device to prevent leaping or breaking fences) on (an animal).
noun
- 1.The act by which something is poked.
adjective
- 1.Drudging; servile
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