adj Uncommon

plucked

pluhkt

Plucked (adj) means having had feathers or hairs pulled out. Example: “A plucked chicken sat ready on the counter.”

adj

Having had feathers or hairs pulled out.

"A plucked chicken sat ready on the counter."

Brave and spirited; plucky.

"Her plucked determination got the team through the final."

How to use plucked

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither "with feathers/hairs removed" or, less commonly, "showing courage".

Word forms

more plucked comparative, most plucked superlative

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Frequently asked questions

What does “plucked” mean?

The word “plucked” means having had feathers or hairs pulled out. In plain terms, either "with feathers/hairs removed" or, less commonly, "showing courage".

How do you pronounce “plucked”?

“Plucked” is pronounced pluhkt (/plʌkt/ in IPA).

How do you use “plucked” in a sentence?

Here is “plucked” used in a sentence: “A plucked chicken sat ready on the counter.”

What part of speech is “plucked”?

“Plucked” is an adjective.

Is “plucked” a common word?

“Plucked” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “plucked” have?

“Plucked” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having had feathers or hairs pulled out.