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Meaning ofpickin English

pick

Pluralpicks
Past Tensepicked
Participle Verbpicking
Third Person Singularpicks

Definitions

Noun
1. a hammer for millstones
2. a tool for unlocking locks; bypassing keys
3. a comb for curly hair
  She used a pick to detangle her curly locks.
4. an option or selection choice
  The new policy gives customers a pick of three different payment plans.
5. the best or most desirable option; first choice
  The team's pick for the tournament was a surprise to everyone.
6. a tool for strumming guitar strings
  The musician used a pick to strum the guitar strings.
7. a type of anchor (nautical context)
  The sailor carefully lowered the pick anchor into the calm water.
8. a screen in basketball (tactical play)
  The team executed a pick to free up their best shooter.
9. an offensive tactic in lacrosse (blocking defender)
  The lacrosse player used a pick to block the defender and score.
10. an intercepted pass
  The quarterback's pick was a turning point in the game.
11. a defensive play by an infielder; skilled catch
  The shortstop made a great pick to throw out the runner.
12. a pitcher's throw to a base to tag a runner
  The pitcher made a quick pick to first base to catch the runner off guard.
Verb
1. to grasp or pluck with fingers
  She carefully picked a few fresh strawberries from the garden.
2. to harvest or remove for consumption
  Farmers pick apples from the orchard in autumn.
3. to select from available options
  The committee will pick the best candidate for the job.
4. to open locks with tools; carefully
  The locksmith will pick the lock with specialized tools.
5. to eat slowly; in small amounts
  She likes to pick at her salad during lunch.
6. to select or do something with care; attention to detail
  The manager will pick the most suitable employee for the project.
7. to steal or take something; secretly
  The thief tried to pick the wallet from the tourist's pocket.

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