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tall coarse perennial American herb having small white flowers followed by blackish-red berries on long drooping racemes; young fleshy stems are edible; berries and root are poisonous

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someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind

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a bag made of paper or plastic for holding customer's purchases

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a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow); "he warned me with a jab with his finger"; "he made a thrusting motion with his fist"

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(boxing) a blow with the fist; "I gave him a clout on his nose"

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poke or thrust abruptly; "he jabbed his finger into her ribs"

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search or inquire in a meddlesome way; "This guy is always nosing around the office"

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stir by poking; "poke the embers in the fireplace"

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hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument; "the salesman pounded the door knocker"; "a bible-thumping Southern Baptist"

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make a hole by poking

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