picking
UK: ˈpɪkɪŋ | US: ˈpɪkɪŋ
n. the act of selecting or choosing something carefully
n. the act of harvesting or gathering (e.g., fruits, crops)
v. (present participle of pick) selecting, plucking, or removing something
The word picking derives from the verb pick, which originated from Middle English piken (to peck or pluck) and Old English pician (to prick or pierce). The suffix -ing transforms the verb into a noun or present participle, indicating the action or process. The core idea of pick revolves around selection or removal, whether choosing an item or harvesting produce.
She spent the afternoon picking apples from the orchard.
The judge is picking the winner from the finalists.
He was criticized for picking faults in every proposal.
Picking the right candidate requires careful consideration.
The children enjoyed picking flowers in the meadow.