pooka
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of pooka
First recorded in 1820–30; from Irish púca, perhaps related to Old English pūca ( Puck ( def. ) )
Example Sentences
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Over the years, he has owned two dozen, among them Gonzo, Pooka, Daisy, Raleigh, Simba and Jasper.
From Los Angeles Times
Pooka Williams, who led the Jayhawks in rushing with back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons in 2018 and ’19, opted out of most of last season before declaring early for the NFL draft.
From Seattle Times
Competition will come from Trayveon Williams, draft pick Chris Evans and undrafted free agent Pooka Williams.
From Seattle Times
It also was their first game since All-Big 12 running back Pooka Williams decided to opt out of the remainder of the season to spend time with ailing family in Louisiana.
From Washington Times
It also was their first game since running back Pooka Williams, an All-Big 12 pick a year ago, opted out of the remainder of the season to be with his ailing mother.
From Fox News
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