Meaning of the word picked in English
What does picked mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
picked
US /pɪkt/
UK /pɪkt/
Verb
1.
to choose or select from a group
Example:
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She picked the red dress for the party.
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The manager picked him for the new project.
2.
to remove something, especially fruit or flowers, from where it is growing
Example:
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We picked apples from the orchard.
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She picked a bouquet of wildflowers.
3.
to play a stringed instrument by plucking the strings
Example:
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He picked out a tune on his guitar.
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The banjo player skillfully picked the strings.
Adjective
chosen or selected
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The picked team was ready for the competition.
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These are the finest picked berries from the garden.