Meaning of the word poker in English
What does poker mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
poker
US /ˈpoʊ.kɚ/
UK /ˈpəʊ.kər/
Noun
1.
a card game in which players bet on the value of their hand, trying to have the best hand or to bluff other players into folding
Example:
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They played poker all night.
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Do you know how to play poker?
2.
a metal rod with a handle, used for stirring a fire
Example:
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He used a poker to stir the embers in the fireplace.
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Be careful not to burn yourself with the hot poker.
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