adj

handpicked

Handpicked (adj) means Chosen carefully and deliberately, often by a specific person. Example: “The director cast a handpicked team of stunt performers.”

adj

Chosen carefully and deliberately, often by a specific person.

"The director cast a handpicked team of stunt performers."

"These apples are handpicked to ensure the best quality."

How to use handpicked

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCarefully and personally selected, rather than chosen at random.

Common pairings

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Etymology

From "hand" + "picked" — literally picked by hand, extended to mean carefully selected.

Rhymes for handpicked

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Frequently asked questions

What does “handpicked” mean?

The word “handpicked” means chosen carefully and deliberately, often by a specific person. In plain terms, carefully and personally selected, rather than chosen at random.

How do you use “handpicked” in a sentence?

Here is “handpicked” used in a sentence: “The director cast a handpicked team of stunt performers.”

What part of speech is “handpicked”?

“Handpicked” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of handpicked?

"handpicked" (adj) means chosen carefully and deliberately, often by a specific person.