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slowpoke

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Noun — Someone who moves or acts unusually slowly, often to the annoyance of others.

Etymology

An American coinage from "slow" plus "poke," an old word meaning a lazy or dawdling person.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “slowpoke” mean?

The word “slowpoke” means someone who moves or acts unusually slowly, often to the annoyance of others. In plain terms, a informal, teasing word for someone who is too slow.

How do you pronounce “slowpoke”?

“Slowpoke” is pronounced SLOH-pohk (/ˈsloʊˌpoʊk/ in IPA).

How do you use “slowpoke” in a sentence?

Here is “slowpoke” used in a sentence: “Hurry up, slowpoke, the movie starts in five minutes!”

What part of speech is “slowpoke”?

“Slowpoke” is a noun.

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