pickin

British  

/ ˈpɪkɪn /

noun

1. a small child

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Etymology

Origin of pickin

from Portuguese pequeno; see _piccaninny

Example Sentences

Hiding behind a fuzzy name while a’pickin’ and a’thumpin’ and a’quackin’ and a’kickin’ because you’re “in charge?”

From Salon

“We’re dyin’ a little bit by the poison that we’re pickin’,” Wolves coach Chris Finch said.

From Seattle Times

Nowhere was this more evident than on their 1965 album “Berry Pickin’ in the Country,” a collection of bluegrass covers of Chuck Berry songs, including a chuffing take of “Memphis.”

From New York Times

The title track for Atkins’ 41st studio album, “Pickin’ My Way” was one of Eikhard’s earliest successes.

From Seattle Times

At the same time, you don’t have to wait until October to get pickin’.

From Washington Post