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pogie

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˈpəʊɡi/
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1

noun

Meaning 1

Alternative form of pogy (“type of fish”).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of, alternative

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2

noun

Meaning 2

A protective hand covering attached to the oars or paddles while rowing, canoeing or kayaking. They insulate the hands from wind and cold while allowing the bare hands inside to contact the paddle shaft or oar and maintain grip and feel.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Qualifier: kayaking

Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, rowing, sports

Examples

  • 2000 November 12, Merill Hilf, ‘Tis the Season to Layer, Rowing News, page 4, Pogies are essential for winter rowing, and I also favor sock liners made of wool, silk, or polypropylene worn under a nice thick pair of wool socks. [...] A pogie is basically a mitten worn over your hand with a hole in the side for the oar handle.

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3

noun

Meaning 3

A protective hand covering, sometimes insulated, attached to handlebars to protect hands from wind and precipitation.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: cycling, hobbies, lifestyle, motorcycling, sports

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History

Etymology

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