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plucking

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Noun — The act of pulling something out or off sharply.

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What does “plucking” mean?
The word “plucking” means the act of pulling something out or off sharply. In plain terms, the action of pulling something out with a quick tug.
How do you pronounce “plucking”?
“Plucking” is pronounced PLUH-kihng (/ˈplʌkɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “plucking” in a sentence?
Here is “plucking” used in a sentence: “The eyebrow plucking took longer than expected.”
What part of speech is “plucking”?
“Plucking” is a noun.

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