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English noun: poking

1. poking (act) a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)


SamplesHe warned me with a jab with his finger.
He made a thrusting motion with his fist.


Synonymsjab, jabbing, poke, thrust, thrusting


Broader (hypernym)gesture









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