What does POKER mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

Definitions:

• Noun: a card game in which players bet on the value of their hands
• Verb: to prod or stir with a pointed object

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈpoʊ.kər/
• UK: /ˈpəʊ.kər/

Origin and Usage:

The word "poker" originated in the early 16th century from the Middle English word "poke" meaning "bag". It was originally used to refer to a metal rod used to stir a fire, but later came to be used for the card game in the 18th century. The verb form of "poker" comes from the act of prodding or stirring with a pointed object, such as a poker.

Synonyms:

• Card game: bridge, blackjack, gin rummy
• Verb: prod, poke, jab

Related Words:

• Chips
• Cards
• Dealt
• Bluff
• Flush

Example Sentences:

• He won a lot of money playing poker last night.
• She poked the fire with a poker to get it going again.