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ConnectWord · Ages 11-25 · In use

pookie

A cute nickname for a close friend or partner.

Thanks for the snack, pookie.

For parents and educators

A sweet nickname for friends as much as crushes. Nothing to do.

Where it came from

An old pet name that became a TikTok trend in 2023.

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