1. to push or prod with a finger or pointed object
2. to stick out or extend beyond a surface
3. to search through something casually

1. a quick push or thrust with a finger or pointed object
2. a bag or sack
Usage: archaic

Examples

• She poked him in the ribs to get his attention.
• The stick poked through the paper bag.
• He poked around in the attic looking for old photos.
• A gentle poke woke her from her nap.
• The cat’s head pokes out from under the blanket.
• Don’t poke the sleeping dog.
• She gave the fire a poke with the iron rod.