Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Plucking.
Plucking - as a noun
The trait of showing courage and determination in spite of possible loss or injury
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gutsinesspluckinessThe act of pulling and releasing a taut cord
Plucking - as a verb
Pull or pull out sharply
Example: "Pluck the flowers off the bush"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tweakHypernyms (Closely Related)
drawpullHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hustlerollRip off; ask an unreasonable price
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fleecegazumphookoverchargeplumerobsoaksurchargeHypernyms (Closely Related)
cheatchiselHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Pull lightly but sharply with a plucking motion
Example: "He plucked the strings of his mandolin"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pickplunkHypernyms (Closely Related)
drawpullHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She spent hours plucking the feathers from the chicken."
"His delicate plucking of the guitar strings created a beautiful melody."
"The sound of the harp's plucking filled the concert hall."
"Her plucking of the flowers from the garden was done with care."
"The bird's plucking of its own feathers was a sign of distress."
Word Game Points
Is PLUCKING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, plucking is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PLUCKING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is PLUCKING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, plucking is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPLUCKING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is PLUCKING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, plucking is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPLUCKING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
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