pikyng

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Middle English[edit]

Alternative forms[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From piken +‎ -ing.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈpikinɡ/, /ˈpiːkinɡ/

Noun[edit]

pikyng

  1. (rare) The utilisation of an implement for removing the ground; digging up.
  2. (rare) robbing or pickpocketing.
  3. (rare) A process of tidying, cleaning, purging, or expunging.
  4. (rare) eating, gobbling, consuming
  5. (rare) A small portion of food.

Descendants[edit]

  • English: picking

References[edit]

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