Definitions

1. noun

The act of catching a ball in flight, typically thrown by a pitcher in baseball.

“The shortstop made a spectacular pickoff to get the runner out at second base.”

2. verb

To catch a ball in flight, especially in baseball.

“The pitcher tried to pick off the runner at first base, but the runner was too fast.”

3. verb

To catch or obtain something, especially quickly or skillfully.

“The detective picked off the suspect from a distance using binoculars.”