noun

pogue

pohg

Pogue (noun) means a kiss, in Irish-influenced slang. Example: “He leaned in for a quick pogue before leaving.”

noun

A kiss, in Irish-influenced slang.

"He leaned in for a quick pogue before leaving."

How to use pogue

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn informal, Irish-derived word for a kiss.

When to use it

Rare, informal, and regionally limited usage.

pogues plural, pogues plural, Pogues plural

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From Irish póg, "kiss," ultimately from Latin pax, "peace" — the same root as the English word "peace."

Origin: Latin

rue due sue cue hue blue true flue clue glue imbue pique

What does “pogue” mean?

The word “pogue” means a kiss, in Irish-influenced slang. In plain terms, an informal, Irish-derived word for a kiss.

How do you pronounce “pogue”?

“Pogue” is pronounced pohg (/poʊɡ/ in IPA).

How do you use “pogue” in a sentence?

Here is “pogue” used in a sentence: “He leaned in for a quick pogue before leaving.”

What part of speech is “pogue”?

“Pogue” is a noun.

Where does the word “pogue” come from?

The word “pogue” comes from Latin. From Irish póg, "kiss," ultimately from Latin pax, "peace" — the same root as the English word "peace.".