picker

/ˈpɪkər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who picks things, especially fruit or flowers, for a living.

“She worked as a strawberry picker during the summer.”

2. noun

A device or tool used for picking, such as a magnetic pick-up or a precision instrument picker.

“The guitarist used a specialized electric guitar picker to adjust the tuning.”

3. verb

To select or pick something, especially with care or attention.

“She picked out the perfect gift for her sister.”

4. verb

To remove or detach something, especially with a tool or device.

“The mechanic picked the stone out of the engine.”

Synonyms

  • chooser
  • picker-upper
  • selecter

Antonyms

  • dumper
  • rejecter