pluck

• Substantiv, das den Mut und die Entschlossenheit angesichts von Schwierigkeiten bezeichnet, oder die Handlung des Zupfens bzw. Anreißens einer gespannten Saite.

A noun referring to the quality of showing courage and determination in the face of difficulty, or the act of pulling and releasing a taut cord.

1. Courage and determinationB2formal

   The quality of showing bravery and resolve in the face of difficulty or danger.

   Mut

   • She showed great pluck in standing up to the bully.
   • His pluck during the crisis inspired the whole team.
   • It takes a lot of pluck to start a new business alone.

   Synonymebackbonebraverycouragedaringdeterminationfortitudegritmettlenerveresolvespiritvalor

   Antonymecowardicefearfulnessspinelessnesstimidity

2. Act of pulling a cordB1formal

   The action of pulling and releasing a taut string or cord, especially to produce a sound.

   Zupfen

   • The musician gave a gentle pluck to the guitar string.
   • A single pluck of the harp string filled the room with sound.
   • He adjusted the tension before each pluck of the bow.

   Synonymejerkpulltugtwangtwitch

• Verb, das das schnelle Herausziehen oder Abreißen von etwas bezeichnet, oft um es zu entfernen, oder das Zupfen bzw. Anschlagen von Saiten eines Musikinstruments.

A verb used to indicate the act of pulling something quickly to remove it, or to play a stringed instrument by pulling the strings.

1. Pull or pull out sharplyB1formal

   To remove something by pulling it quickly and with force.

   Herausreißen

   • She plucked a flower from the garden.
   • He plucked the splinter from his finger.
   • The magician plucked a coin from behind the child's ear.

   Synonymejerkripsnatchtugwrenchyank

2. Sell or obtain by energetic or underhanded activityC1informalamerican

   To sell something or obtain something through energetic, often dishonest or shady means.

   Erschwindeln oder ergaunern

   • He tried to pluck the antique vase from the old lady for a low price.
   • The salesman plucked the customer with a fake warranty.
   • They plucked the contract from the competitor by offering bribes.

   Synonymehustleroll

3. Rip off; ask an unreasonable priceB2informalamerican

   To cheat someone by charging an excessively high price.

   Abzocken

   • The taxi driver plucked the tourist by charging triple the normal fare.
   • That shop plucks its customers with overpriced souvenirs.
   • Don't buy from that vendor; he'll pluck you for sure.

   Synonymefleecegougeoverchargerip offrookscrewsoaksting

4. Pull lightly but sharply with a plucking motionB1formal

   To pull something quickly and lightly, often with fingers, to produce a sound or effect.

   Zupfen

   • He plucked the guitar strings gently.
   • She plucked at his sleeve to get his attention.
   • The musician plucked the harp with delicate fingers.

   Synonymejerksnatchtugtweaktwitch

5. Strip of feathersB1formal

   To remove feathers from a bird, typically before cooking.

   Rupfen

   • The chef plucked the chicken before roasting it.
   • They plucked the duck clean in the backyard.
   • Plucking a turkey takes time and patience.

   Synonymecleandresspick

6. Look for and gatherB1formal

   To search for and collect something, often by hand.

   Pflücken

   • The children plucked berries from the bushes.
   • She plucked wildflowers for a bouquet.
   • They plucked apples from the orchard trees.

   Synonymecollectcullgathergleanharvestpick

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