Meaning of the word pickings in English

What does pickings mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pickings

US /ˈpɪk.ɪŋz/
UK /ˈpɪk.ɪŋz/

Plural Noun

the rewards or profits obtained from an activity, especially when they are small or meager

Example:
After all that hard work, the pickings were pretty slim.
The early bird gets the best pickings.