noun
plucking
PLUH-kihng
noun
1
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.
Word Forms
pluckings plural
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The eyebrow _____ took longer than expected.