Synonyms of poach

poach

verb

ˈpōch 

as in to boil

to cook in a liquid heated to the point that it gives off steam

poaching fish in a stock flavored with white wine

Synonyms & Similar Words

• boil
• simmer
• stew
• parboil
• coddle
• steam
• braise
• smother
• scald
• pressure-cook
• fricassee
• reboil

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of poach

In fact, we are not entirely convinced the conference will survive beyond 2026 because of the lawsuits (one filed by the Pac-12; the other by Utah State and Colorado State) that target the poaching penalty and exit fees. —Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 14 Feb. 2025

In August, Starbucks poached longtime Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol to head the coffee giant. —Rob Wile, NBC News, 2 Mar. 2025

Nebraska coach Matt Rhule’s concerns about players being poached and Texas’ and USC’s decisions recently to cancel their spring games for different reasons have sparked discussion about the value of spring games and what role spring practice still has. —Sam Khan Jr., The Athletic, 25 Feb. 2025

President Donald Trump has poached former Rep. Mike Waltz to be his national security advisor and Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) to be his U.N. ambassador, which makes the majority even slimmer. —Jenny Goldsberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 16 Feb. 2025