pickle

[ˈpɪkəl]

pickle Definition

  • 1a vegetable or fruit that has been preserved in vinegar or brine, usually with spices and herbs added
  • 2a difficult or embarrassing situation

Using pickle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pickle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I love eating pickles with my sandwich.

  • Example

    The company was in a financial pickle due to poor management.

  • Example

    She found herself in a real pickle when she missed her flight.

pickle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pickle

Phrases with pickle

  • in a difficult or embarrassing situation

    Example

    He was in a pickle when he lost his wallet and couldn't pay for his meal.

  • to be drunk

    Example

    After a few too many drinks, he was completely pickled.

  • to preserve something in vinegar or brine

    Example

    I'm going to pickle these cucumbers so we can enjoy them later.

Origins of pickle

from Middle English 'pikel', meaning 'spiced sauce'

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Summary: pickle in Brief

The term 'pickle' [ˈpɪkəl] refers to a preserved vegetable or fruit in vinegar or brine, often with added spices. It also means a difficult or embarrassing situation, as in 'She found herself in a real pickle when she missed her flight.' The phrase 'in a pickle' denotes being in a tough spot, while 'to be pickled' means to be drunk. 'To pickle something' is to preserve it in vinegar or brine.

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