Definitions

1. noun

A unit of measurement equal to one trillionth (10^-12) of the SI unit of meter, or one trillionth of an inch.

“The pico project aimed to create a device smaller than a grain of rice.”

2. noun

A small amount of something, especially a very small amount of time.

“This pico second delay in the system caused the error.”

3. noun

A small Mexican dish, typically consisting of a single ingredient or a few ingredients, often served as an appetizer.

“The restaurant offered a variety of pico dishes, including pico de gallo and grilled shrimp pico.”

4. adjective

Extremely small or tiny.

“The pico camera was so small that it fit inside a phone case.”

5. adjective

Related to or characteristic of Mexico, especially in terms of food or culture.

“The Mexican restaurant served authentic pico de gallo.”

6. verb

To cut or slice into very small pieces.

“The chef picoed the vegetables for the salad.”