Pronunciation: /ˈpɪk.nɪk/

Definitions of picnic

noun a gathering or outing at which a meal is eaten outdoors

Example Sentences

A1 I went on a picnic with my family.

A2 We packed sandwiches and fruit for the picnic.

B1 The picnic in the park was a great way to spend the afternoon.

B2 The company organized a company picnic for all employees.

C1 The annual charity picnic raised funds for a local cause.

C2 The elaborate picnic setup included a gourmet spread and live music.

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Example Sentences

A1 I picnic with my friends in the park.

A2 She picnics by the lake every weekend.

B1 We decided to picnic in the mountains for our anniversary.

B2 The group picnicked under the cherry blossom trees during the festival.

C1 Picnicking in the countryside is a favorite pastime for many families.

C2 Despite the rain, they picnicked on the beach and had a wonderful time.

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Example Sentences

A1 We had a picnic lunch in the park.

A2 She packed a picnic basket with sandwiches and fruit.

B1 The picnic blanket was spread out under a shady tree.

B2 The picnic area was equipped with tables and grills.

C1 The picnic spot offered stunning views of the lake and mountains.

C2 The picnic setup included a canopy tent and comfortable chairs.

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Example Sentences

A1 I like to have a picnic in the park.

A2 She packed sandwiches for the picnic.

B1 We decided to go on a picnic by the lake.

B2 The weather was perfect for a picnic in the countryside.

C1 The company organized a picnic for all the employees.

C2 They enjoyed a gourmet picnic with champagne and caviar.

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Example Sentences

A1 I like picnic.

A2 She packed a picnic for us.

B1 Let's have a picnic in the park.

B2 The picnic basket was filled with delicious food.

C1 Our annual family picnic is always a fun event.

C2 The company organized a picnic for all employees to enjoy.

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Example Sentences

A1 We had a picnic in the park.

A2 Let's have a picnic by the lake.

B1 They decided to have a picnic at the beach.

B2 The family enjoyed a picnic on the mountainside.

C1 The company organized a picnic in the countryside for its employees.

C2 The group planned a picnic in the meadow to celebrate their success.

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Example Sentences

A1 We went on a picnic and enjoyed the beautiful weather.

A2 I packed sandwiches for the picnic, but forgot to bring drinks.

B1 The picnic was a great way to relax and spend time with friends.

B2 Despite the rain, we decided to go on the picnic and had a wonderful time.

C1 Having a picnic in the park is a lovely way to unwind after a long week.

C2 The picnic, combined with a hike in the mountains, made for a perfect weekend getaway.

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Example Sentences

A1 Picnic! Let's go to the park and have some fun.

A2 Picnic! I packed sandwiches and juice for our outdoor meal.

B1 Picnic! It's a beautiful day for a picnic by the lake.

B2 Picnic! I love spending time with friends and family in nature.

C1 Picnic! The thought of a leisurely picnic in the countryside sounds delightful.

C2 Picnic! Nothing beats a gourmet picnic spread with champagne under the stars.

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Example Sentences

A1 I went on a picnic with my family.

A2 We packed sandwiches and fruit for the picnic.

B1 The picnic in the park was a great way to spend the afternoon.

B2 We set up a picnic blanket under a shady tree for our outdoor lunch.

C1 The company organized a picnic for all employees to enjoy.

C2 The gourmet picnic basket was filled with delicious treats and fine wine.

Examples of picnic in a Sentence

formal The company organized a picnic for all employees to enjoy a day outdoors.

informal Let's have a picnic at the park this weekend, it'll be fun!

slang I packed some snacks for our picnic, it's gonna be lit.

figurative Having a picnic with my thoughts, enjoying some quiet time.

Grammatical Forms of picnic

past tense

picnicked

plural

picnics

comparative

more picnic

superlative

most picnic

present tense

picnic

future tense

will picnic

perfect tense

have picnicked

continuous tense

picnicking

singular

picnic

positive degree

picnic

infinitive

to picnic

gerund

picnicking

participle

picnicking

Origin and Evolution of picnic

First Known Use: 1692 year
Language of Origin: French
Story behind the word: The word 'picnic' originated from the French word 'pique-nique', which was used to describe a social gathering where each attendee would bring a dish to share.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'picnic' has evolved to refer to any outdoor meal or gathering where food is shared, rather than specifically referring to the original concept of each person bringing a dish.