noun Street Slang

poker

POH-kur · noun · slang

A thin tool for clearing a clogged pipe or bowl.

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Definitions

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A slim metal or wooden pick used to clear ash, unclog a bowl or downstem, or push through a pipe.

“Hand me the poker, the downstem's blocked.”
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poker In A Sentence

Hand me the poker, the downstem's blocked.

Origin & Usage

Descriptive English term for the poking tool.

People Also Ask

What is a poker in smoking gear?

It's a slim metal or wooden tool used to clear ash, unclog a bowl or downstem, or poke through a blocked pipe.

What can you use instead of a poker?

People often improvise with a paperclip, a thin nail, or any slim rigid pick, though a dedicated poker is easiest and safest for glass.

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