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poked

v.
B1 Intermediate US //ˈpoʊkt// UK //pˈəʊkt// poked

v. pushed someone or something with your finger or a sharp object. You often do this to get someone's attention or to see if something is soft.

v. the past tense and past participle of 'poke'; refers to prodding or jabbing with a finger, elbow, or pointed instrument. Often implies a quick, light movement intended to test a surface or alert a person.


SIMPLE

He poked the fire with a long stick.

CONTEXTUAL

She poked her brother in the ribs to make him stop talking during the movie.

COMPLEX

The child poked a small hole in the wrapping paper to see if he could identify his birthday present before the party started.

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Usage

The verb is transitive and typically takes a direct object representing the person or thing being touched.

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