Poking

/ˈpoʊ.kɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of poking; a jab or thrust, especially with a finger or pointed object.

With a quick poke, he got his friend's attention.

verb

To draw attention or to restate something in a teasing or playful manner.

Stop poking fun at him; he's trying his best.

To prod or jab someone or something with a finger, stick, or similar object.

She was poking the cake to see if it was done.

To cause to come into contact with a pointed object.

He kept poking the fire with a stick to keep it burning.

Middle English 'poken', from Old English 'pocian'.

poking fun

To tease or make fun of someone in a playful manner.

poking around

To search or explore in a casual or intrusive way.

poking one's nose in

To involve oneself in the affairs of others without invitation.

poke

To push or prod someone lightly, typically with a finger.

jab

To make a sudden movement with a sharp object into something.

prod

To poke someone with a finger or a pointed object.

Social media poke (e.g., on Facebook)

I just sent her a poke to see if she would respond.

To tease someone lightly usually about their crush

Stop poking him about his crush; it’s embarrassing!