poke [ˈpoʊk]

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¹ poke verb

• to push your finger or something thin or pointed into or at someone or something —often + at
• to make (a hole) in something by pushing something sharp or pointed through or into it—usually + in
• to stick out so that a part can be seen —often + out —often + through —often + out

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² poke noun

• a quick push with your finger or with something thin or pointed—usually singular
• a usually minor criticism or insult that is directed toward a particular person or group—usually singular