Dietrich — meaning in English

English meaning

• Derek name A masculine given name derived from the Germanic name Theodoric, meaning "ruler of the people."
• pick verb To choose one thing from a number of options.
• shim noun A thin piece of material used to fill a gap, level a surface, or provide support.

Senses

Dietrich is used for these senses in English:

• Derek A en given name.
• Theoderic A en given name, equivalent to English grc-koi:Θευδέριχος,Derek.
• pick A tool for unlocking a lock without the original key; a lock pick, picklock.
• picklock A device designed to pick locks.
• shim A small metal device used to pick open a lock.

pick — full definition

1. verb To choose one thing from a number of options.
2. verb To gather or harvest, especially fruit, by pulling it from where it grows.
3. verb To pull at something repeatedly, often with the fingers.
4. verb To open a lock without the proper key, using a thin tool.
5. noun A pointed tool used for digging or breaking up hard ground; a pickaxe.

Related German words