Meaning ofpickupin English

Noun

1. a device detecting sound or vibration; converting signals
2. an instance of romantic flirtation; pursuing a date
3. answering a phone call
   The office staff handled the phone pickup during working hours.
4. collecting and taking something away
   The company offers a free pickup service for large items.
5. impromptu sports games or teams; casual
   The neighborhood kids organized a pickup game of basketball.
6. a type of truck (US, Canada)
   The farmer used his old pickup to transport the crops.
7. fielding a ball after bounce
   The fielder made a great pickup on the bouncing ball.
8. in-game item with benefits
   The player grabbed a valuable pickup that increased her speed.
9. winning a held electoral district
   The candidate worked hard to secure a pickup in the closely contested election.
10. a shot filmed after initial recording; for augmentation
    The film crew scheduled a pickup to reshoot a crucial scene that needed improvement.
11. time for picking up passengers
    The bus company designated a specific pickup time for commuters.
12. rate of gaining speed
    The sports car's pickup was impressive, going from 0 to 60 in seconds.
13. the act of being taken or adopted (by someone or something)
    The new policy aims to increase the pickup of renewable energy sources.