pick

[pɪk]

pick Definition

• 1. to choose or select something
• 2. to remove unwanted things from something
• 3. a tool with a long handle and a pointed end used for breaking up hard ground or rock

Using pick: Examples

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

• Example

  I'll pick the blue shirt for the party.

• Example

  She picked the flowers from the garden.

• Example

  He picked out the best apples from the basket.

• Example

  The team picked him as their captain.

• Example

  She picked at her food, not really hungry.

• Example

  I need to pick up some groceries on my way home.

• Example

  He picked his way through the rocky terrain.

• Example

  She picked up the phone and dialed his number.

pick Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pick

• choose
• select
• cull
• eliminate
• remove
• dig
• mattock
• opt for
• elect
• weed out

Antonyms for pick

• reject
• deselect
• insert
• plant
• decline
• add

Phrases with pick

• pick and choose

  to be selective and careful in choosing something

  Example

  You can't just pick and choose which rules you want to follow.

• take your pick

  to have a choice between two or more things

  Example

  There are several restaurants on this street, so take your pick.

• pick someone's brain

  to ask someone for advice or information about something

  Example

  I need to pick your brain about the best way to approach this project.

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Summary: pick in Brief

The term 'pick' [pɪk] can be used as a verb to mean to choose or select something, or to remove unwanted things from something. It can also refer to a tool with a long handle and a pointed end used for breaking up hard ground or rock. Common phrases include 'pick and choose,' meaning to be selective, 'take your pick,' meaning to have a choice, and 'pick someone's brain,' meaning to ask for advice or information.