Word: PICKING
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Definition of PICKING
- To grasp and pull with the fingers or fingernails.
"Don't pick at that scab."
- To harvest a fruit or vegetable for consumption by removing it from the plant to which it is attached; to harvest an entire plant by removing it from the ground.
"It's time to pick the tomatoes."
- To pull apart or away, especially with the fingers; to pluck.
"She picked flowers in the meadow."
- A gathering to pick fruit.
"We went to a strawberry picking last June."
- (usually pluralized) Items remaining after others have selected the best; scraps, as of food.
- (usually pluralized) Income or other gains, especially if obtained in an unscrupulous or objectionable manner.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "picking" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "picking", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 20 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PICKING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is PICKING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in PICKING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing PICKING:
- # the picking effect
- # master of picking
- # playing with picking
- # in terms of picking
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