Meaning of the word "pick out" in English

What does "pick out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pick out

US /pɪk aʊt/

UK /pɪk aʊt/

to choose someone or something from a group

Example:

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Can you help me pick out a dress for the party?

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She was able to pick out her brother in the crowd.

Synonym:

choose select identify distinguish discern

to notice or recognize something or someone, especially after a close examination or from a group

Example:

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I could pick out the faint scent of jasmine in the air.

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It's hard to pick out individual voices in such a noisy room.

Synonym:

notice recognize spot detect discern

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