peck
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/pɛk/
light striking
Etymology
Etymology Information
'peck' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'pekke,' where 'pekke' meant 'to strike or pick.'
Historical Evolution
'pekke' transformed into the modern English word 'peck' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to strike or pick,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a unit of dry volume equal to 8 dry quarts or approximately 9 liters.
He bought a peck of apples from the market.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to strike or bite something with a beak.
The bird pecked at the seeds on the ground.
Synonyms
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/17 20:06