poking-stick en · NOUN
Meanings
- (historical) A small metal rod that was heated and used to adjust the plaits of ruffs on clothing.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| poking-sticks | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
more than one can poke a stick at · better than a poke in the eye with a sharp stick