Picks

/pɪks/ noun verb

A tool used for digging; a pickaxe.

Meaning

  1. (noun) A tool used for digging; a pickaxe.
  2. (noun) A tool for unlocking a lock without the original key; a lock pick, picklock.
  3. (noun) A comb with long widely spaced teeth, for use with tightly curled hair.
  4. (noun) A choice; ability to choose.
  5. (noun) That which would be picked or chosen first; the best.
  6. (noun) A screen.
  7. (noun) An offensive tactic in which a player stands so as to block a defender from reaching a teammate.
  8. (noun) An interception.
  9. (noun) A good defensive play by an infielder.
  10. (noun) A pickoff.
  11. (noun) A tool used for strumming the strings of a guitar; a plectrum.
  12. (noun) A pointed hammer used for dressing millstones.

Letter breakdown

  • Picks contains 5 letters: 1 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
  • It uses 5 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 1.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 13.

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What does Picks mean?

A tool used for digging; a pickaxe.

How many letters are in Picks?

Picks has 5 letters.

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