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

Cruyff, also one of football's greatest ever players, won the European Cup and four La Liga titles with Barcelona, also picking up silverware at Ajax.

From BBC

“Trump is brilliant at just picking up on this and marketing it and branding it for his own political purposes,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Chronic back pain, arthritis and other MSK disorders don't just impact our work — they affect every aspect of life, from picking up our children to enjoying our favorite hobbies.

From Salon

This year's Game Awards shortlist has been announced, with Astro Bot and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth picking up the most nominations.

From BBC

"I have been lucky now to be at the last couple of World Cups and the timing of the players being in form, physically and mentally, at the right time, picking the right squad."

From BBC

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