poached; poaching; poaches
Definition of poach
(Entry 1 of 2)
: to cook in simmering liquid
poach
verb (2)
poached; poaching; poaches
Definition of poach (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to encroach upon especially for the purpose of taking something
2
: to trespass for the purpose of stealing game
also
: to take game or fish illegally
1
: to trespass on
a field poached too frequently by the amateur — The Times Literary Supplement (London)
2a
: to take (game or fish) by illegal methods
b
: to appropriate (something) as one's own
c
: to attract (someone, such as an employee or customer) away from a competitor
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The first known use of poach was in the 15th century
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