What it means
To vomit, or the feeling that you are about to vomit. Can also describe something so disgusting it triggers that response. Covers the full spectrum from actual physical sickness to pure emotional revulsion at someone's behaviour. Scottish and Irish folk use it daily and it sounds exactly like what it describes, which is part of its charm. One syllable, maximum impact.
Usage examples
"That kebab from last night has me ready to boke, I knew it was dodgy when the lettuce was warm but I ate it anyway like an eejit."
"Three spins on the waltzer and I nearly boked all over the queue."
"The smell of that bin in summer is enough to make you boke."
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