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Meaning of picked
The primary meaning of the word "picked" is to choose or select something.
Etymology of picked
The word "picked" originates from the Old English word "pician", which means to prick or pierce, and is related to the Old Norse word "pikka", which means to pick or peck.
The word has been used in English since the 15th century, initially with the meaning of to pierce or prick, and later developing the sense of to choose or select.
Synonyms
Definitions
- The past tense and past participle of the verb "pick", which means to choose or select something, often with care or attention to detail.
- To gather or harvest something, such as fruit or crops.
- To remove or extract something, such as a lock or a difficulty.
Usage Examples
- She picked a beautiful bouquet of flowers for her mother's birthday.
- The farmer picked the ripe strawberries from the field.
- The team picked their captain from among the most experienced players.