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plucked

 

[ plʌkt ]

Verb / Adjective
Context #1 | Verb

removal of something

Plucked means to remove something from its place with a quick or sudden motion. It is often used to describe the action of pulling or tugging at something. In the context of plants, it refers to picking fruits or flowers. In music, it can mean to pluck strings of an instrument. This term conveys both a physical action and a sense of care or delicacy, depending on the context.

Synonyms

extracted, gathered, picked, pulled.

Examples of usage

  • She plucked a flower from the garden.
  • He plucked the strings of his guitar gently.
  • I plucked the feathers from the chicken before cooking it.
Context #2 | Adjective

emotionally affected

Plucked can also describe someone who has been emotionally affected or surprised, often in the context of feeling exposed or vulnerable. This usage derives from the notion of having been stripped of defenses. It suggests a sudden realization or response that leaves an individual feeling unguarded.

Synonyms

afflicted, exposed, vulnerable.

Examples of usage

  • She felt plucked by his unexpected confession.
  • The news left him feeling plucked and raw.

Translations

Translations of the word "plucked" in other languages:

🇵🇹 arrancado

🇮🇳 प्लक किया हुआ

🇩🇪 gezupft

🇮🇩 dipetik

🇺🇦 зірваний

🇵🇱 zerwany

🇯🇵 摘まれた (つまれた)

🇫🇷 arraché

🇪🇸 arrancado

🇹🇷 koparılmış

🇰🇷 따낸 (따낸)

🇸🇦 مقطوف (مقطوف)

🇨🇿 utržený

🇸🇰 trhnutý

🇨🇳 摘下的 (zhāi xià de)

🇸🇮 otrgan

🇮🇸 plokkaður

🇰🇿 жыртылған

🇬🇪 ამოღებული (amoġebuli)

🇦🇿 qoparılmış

🇲🇽 arrancado

Etymology

The word 'pluck' originated from the Old English term 'pluccian,' which meant 'to pluck' or 'to pull.' Over time, it evolved into the Middle English 'plukken,' reflecting the action of taking or gathering something by force or haste. The sense of removal and picking has remained a central theme in the word's usage. 'Pluck' was often associated with courage and resolve, particularly in Middle Ages literature, where bravery was metaphorically connected to the act of plucking one's spirit to face challenges. The contemporary usage encompasses a broader range of meanings, from physical actions like gathering fruits to emotional contexts that imply vulnerability or surprise.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,647, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.