Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

poake

Noun
/pəʊk/
Definition
Poake is a term that refers to a type of fish commonly known as the flounder, often associated with shallow coastal waters.
Examples
  • After a long day at sea, we caught a poake and grilled it for dinner.
  • The poake glistened on the plate, seasoned perfectly with lemon and herbs.
Meaning
The word poake can also relate to the act of fishing for flatfish or denote a specific way of preparing or serving fish dishes.
Synonyms
  • Flounder
  • Flatfish
  • Place
  • Halibut