piccolo |
a small flute with a pitch that is an octave higher than that of the standard flute. |
pick1 |
to choose from a group. [9 definitions] |
pick2 |
a sharp, pointed tool used for digging or breaking up rocks or other hard substances. |
pickax |
a pick that has one pointed end and a blade that is shaped liked a chisel on the other end. |
pickerel |
a fish that is related to pike. Pickerel are used for food or sport. |
picket |
a pointed post fixed into the ground, used to make a fence or hold something in place. [3 definitions] |
pickle |
a cucumber or another vegetable or fruit that has been preserved in salt water, vinegar, and seasonings. [2 definitions] |
pick on |
(informal) to treat someone in a mean way, either with words or in a physical way. |
pick out |
to choose. |
pickpocket |
a person who steals from pockets or purses in crowded or public places. |
pickup |
the act of taking something onto or into a vehicle. [2 definitions] |
pick up |
to lift up by hand. [5 definitions] |
pick up the tab |
to pay the bill at a bar or restaurant. |
picnic |
a social gathering at which food is eaten outdoors. [3 definitions] |
picnic table |
a rectangular table designed for outdoor eating, typically made of wood and having benches attached. |
picture |
a painting, drawing, or photograph. [7 definitions] |
picturesque |
as pleasing or interesting to look at as a picture or painting. |
pie1 |
a pastry shell filled with fruit, meat, or other filling, and baked. |
piece |
a section or part separated from the whole. [5 definitions] |
piece together |
to assemble in order to fix or in order to create one whole thing that makes sense together. |
pier |
a long, flat structure built out from land over water that is used for landing boats; dock. [2 definitions] |