Pronunciation

/plʌk/

Definitions

Noun

• A plant’s fruit or flower: The soft, usually edible part that grows on a plant and is often pulled off by hand. Example: “She plucked a ripe strawberry from the garden.”
• Pulling out forcefully: The act of removing something, typically with force, from its position or attachment. Example: “He plucked the thorn from his finger.”
• Courage or determination: An expression of bravery or confidence. Example: “She showed great pluck when she faced her fears.”

Verb

• To remove or pick: To take something, especially a small object, by pulling it off or through. Example: “He plucked a feather from the pillow.”
• To gather or obtain: To acquire something, often with effort or determination. Example: “He plucked a solution to the problem from his memory.”
• To extract: To take something out of a situation or state. Example: “She plucked herself up from the despair.”

Adjective

• Determined or brave: Characterized by courage and willingness to face challenges. Example: “He was a plucky little boy who never backed down.”

Adverb

• (Informal) Boldly or confidently. Example: “She spoke with a plucky determination.”

Phrases

• “pluck up the courage” to gather one’s resolve or find the strength to do something difficult.
• “pluck a leaf” to take a small item or idea from a larger context.
• “pluck oneself together” to gather one’s thoughts or emotions after a setback.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She picked plums from the tree in her backyard.”
• Verb: “He plucked the idea for his new invention during a walk in the park.”
• Adjective: “Despite the fear, he showed a plucky attitude in the face of danger.”
• Adverb: “She plucked up her courage to speak up during the meeting.”

Synonyms

• Gather
• Extract
• Remove
• Harvest
• Pull
• Retrieve
• Brave
• Determined
• Bold