Picker

Pronunciation: /ˈpɪkər/

Definitions of picker

noun a machine or device used for picking or selecting items

Example Sentences

A1 The fruit picker picked apples from the tree.

A2 The strawberry picker worked in the fields all day.

B1 The cherry picker used a ladder to reach the high branches.

B2 The professional fruit picker had years of experience in the orchard.

C1 The skilled picker knew exactly which grapes to harvest for the best wine.

C2 The expert picker was able to discern the ripest berries with precision.

Examples of picker in a Sentence

formal The fruit picker carefully selected the ripest apples from the tree.

informal The berry picker was out in the fields all day, gathering fresh produce.

slang I heard she's a great cherry picker when it comes to choosing the best deals.

figurative As a talent picker, she has a knack for identifying skilled individuals for the job.

Grammatical Forms of picker

• past tense: picked
• plural: pickers
• comparative: more picky
• superlative: most picky
• present tense: picks
• future tense: will pick
• perfect tense: has picked
• continuous tense: is picking
• singular: picker
• positive degree: picky
• infinitive: to pick
• gerund: picking
• participle: picked

Origin and Evolution of picker

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'picker' originated from the Middle English word 'pikere', which was derived from the Old French word 'piquer' meaning to pick or sting.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'picker' has expanded to include various contexts such as someone who picks or gathers things, a tool used for picking or plucking, or a person who selects or chooses items.