Read the dictionary definition of poke. All definitions for this word.
1. (boxing) a blow with the fist
1. I gave him a clout on his nose
2. a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)
1. he warned me with a jab with his finger
2. he made a thrusting motion with his fist
3. a bag made of paper or plastic for holding customer's purchases
4. someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind
5. 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
6. poke or thrust abruptly
1. he jabbed his finger into her ribs
7. make a hole by poking
8. hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument
1. the salesman pounded the door knocker
2. a bible-thumping Southern Baptist
9. stir by poking
1. poke the embers in the fireplace
10. search or inquire in a meddlesome way
1. This guy is always nosing around the office
