poke around
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To search for something, especially in an unorganized way
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “poke around” mean?
To search for something, especially in an unorganized way
Is “poke around” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.