What is the slang meaning of the word poacher?

[Ilen]

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #416 "English Slang Idioms (156)", question 1

"Don't react when the drill sergeant is yelling at you. You are just playing into his .......... He wants you to yell at him so he can make an example out of you," Private Gonzales said to Private Smith in basic training.

(a) goal
(b) yard
(c) thought
(d) hand

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #416 "English Slang Idioms (156)", answer 1

"Don't react when the drill sergeant is yelling at you. You are just playing into his hand. He wants you to yell at him so he can make an example out of you," Private Gonzales said to Private Smith in basic training.

Correct answer: (d) hand
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What is the slang meaning of the word poacher?

Ilen

[Mister Micawber]

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'Poacher' might be used for anyone that encroaches on someone else's property and takes things.
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Native English teacher at Mister Micawber's