picking

[pik-ing]

noun

1. the act of a person or thing that picks.

2. something that is or may be picked or picked up.

3. the amount picked.

4. pickings,

   1. scraps or gleanings.

      the pickings of a feast.

   2. profits or gains; spoils.

Word History and Origins

Origin of picking¹

before 900; Middle English; Old English picung (once) a mark made by picking; pick ¹, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

“All of a sudden, my time was being spent picking window treatments.”

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“All of a sudden, my time was being spent picking window treatments.”

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Another way is to sort items by type, such as paintings, necklaces and figurines, and then take turns picking in each category.

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And despite Grand Theft Auto 6 being delayed, it hasn't stopped it from picking up two awards before its even out, winning Most Wanted Game and Best Game Trailer.

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It’s like your friend finally realizing he’s been picking up every bar bill since 1985.

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