| 释义 |
Phr V prod at prods, prodding, prodded prod at sth to push your finger or a pointed object into something, usually several timesShe prodded at the fish with her fork a few times but didn't eat a mouthful.
prod at sth/sb to press someone or something with your finger or a pointed object: Murphy prodded at Billy Bobbit in order to try to get his attention. He prodded at his food with his fork, then pushed his plate to one side.■ SIMILAR TO: poke at
prod at (someone or something)To poke or jab someone or something, especially in a gentle or curious manner. Quit prodding at me—I'm awake, for Pete's sake! I don't know why you would prod at a hornet's nest and expect them not to attack you. prod at someone or somethingto poke at someone or something. The boys prodded at the prone body of the man to see if he was dead or sleeping. If you prod at the turtle, it will never come out of its shell. |