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pecking

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Noun — The action of striking or picking repeatedly with a beak or pointed tool.

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What does “pecking” mean?

The word “pecking” means the action of striking or picking repeatedly with a beak or pointed tool. In plain terms, the act of pecking — repeatedly striking with a beak or point.

How do you pronounce “pecking”?

“Pecking” is pronounced PEH-kihng (/ˈpɛkɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “pecking” in a sentence?

Here is “pecking” used in a sentence: “The woodpecker's pecking echoed through the forest.”

What part of speech is “pecking”?

“Pecking” is a noun.

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