picker

English

noun
Definitions
  • agent Agent noun of pick; one who picks.
  • (computing) Any user interface control that selects something.
  • (engineering) A machine for picking fibrous materials to pieces so as to loosen and separate the fibre.
  • (weaving) The piece in a loom that strikes the end of the shuttle and impels it through the warp.
  • (military) A priming wire for cleaning the vent, in ordnance.
  • (slang) A fragment of gold smaller than a nugget but large enough to be pick picked up.
  • (historical) One who removes defects from and finishes electrotype plates.
  • (archaic) A pilferer.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English pikere suffix from English pick.

Origin

English

pick

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