Dictionary Entry
pluck
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Meaning
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To pull or remove something quickly and with a sharp movement; to remove feathers from a bird.
Example Sentence
He decided to pluck a few wildflowers from the meadow to give to his mother.
Usage Note
Used to describe the action of pulling something quickly and with a sharp movement, such as pulling a string, a feather from a bird, or a flower from a plant.
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