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Moderatepick up
The correct spelling is pick up.
How to pronounce pick up
verb
Say it like: Pik- up
The correct spelling is pick up. To lift; to grasp and raise. For example: "When you pick up the bag, make sure to support the bottom."
Usage Examples
“When you pick up the bag, make sure to support the bottom.”
“Can you pick up a pint of milk on your way home?”
“Aren't you going to pick up after yourself?”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To lift; to grasp and raise.
- 2.To collect an object, especially in passing.
- 3.To clean up; to return to an organized state.
- 4.To collect a passenger.
- 5.To collect and detain (a suspect).
noun
- 1.An electronic device for detecting sound, vibration, etc., such as one fitted to an electric guitar or record player.
- 2.A pickup truck.
- 3.(usually attributive) Impromptu or ad hoc, especially of sports games and teams made up of randomly selected players.
- 4.An instance of approaching someone and engaging in romantic flirtation and courting with the intent to pursue romance, a date, or a sexual encounter. See also pick-up line, pick-up joint, pickup artist.
- 5.A person successfully approached in this manner for romance or sex.
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