noun
plucking
PLUH-kihng
Plucking (noun) means the act of pulling something out or off sharply. Example: “The eyebrow plucking took longer than expected.”
noun
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The act of pulling something out or off sharply.
"The eyebrow plucking took longer than expected."
How to use plucking
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe action of pulling something out with a quick tug.
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Word forms
- Plural
- pluckings
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The eyebrow _____ took longer than expected.
Rhymes for plucking
fucking
ducking
sucking
bucking
tucking
Mucking
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trucking
chucking
cocksucking
bloodsucking
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Frequently asked questions
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.
