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poking

/pəʊkɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does poking mean?

verb

to push or prod gently and repeatedly, typically in a playful or teasing manner. to make a small hole or mark in something by poking it with a pointed object.

Example

"She began poking fun at his silly haircut."

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