Meaning of the word pluck in English

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

pluck

US /plʌk/

UK /plʌk/

take hold of (something) and quickly remove it from its place

Example:

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She plucked a flower from the garden.

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He plucked the string of his guitar.

Synonym:

pull extract remove draw pull out

quickly or suddenly remove someone from a dangerous or unpleasant situation

Example:

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The lifeguard plucked the child from the strong current.

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She was plucked from obscurity and became a star.

Synonym:

rescue save snatch pull extract

courage or spirit in the face of difficulties or danger

Example:

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It took a lot of pluck to stand up to the bully.

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She showed great pluck in completing the marathon despite her injury.

Synonym:

courage bravery guts nerve spirit

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