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Meaning of slowpoke
A person who moves or reacts slowly.
Etymology of slowpoke
The word "slowpoke" originated in the mid-19th century, likely as a colloquial or informal term.
It is a compound word, combining "slow" and "poke", which was a colloquial term for a lazy or sluggish person.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A person who moves or reacts slowly, often in a way that is considered annoying or inefficient.
- * A slow-moving person or thing, used to express frustration or annoyance.
Usage Examples
- The slowpoke in front of me was holding up the entire line.
- * My brother is such a slowpoke, it takes him forever to get ready in the morning.