picky
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B2
/ˈpɪki/
overly selective
Etymology
Etymology Information
'picky' originates from the word 'pick,' which comes from Middle English 'piken,' meaning 'to peck or pick.'
Historical Evolution
'piken' transformed into the modern English word 'pick,' and eventually the adjective 'picky' was derived from it.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'pick' meant 'to peck or select,' and over time, 'picky' evolved to mean 'overly selective or fastidious.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
overly selective or fastidious, especially in choices or preferences.
She's very picky about her food.
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