plucked

• Beschreibt etwas, das herausgezogen oder entfernt wurde, oft im Zusammenhang mit Federn, Früchten oder Saiten eines Musikinstruments. Bezieht sich auch auf eine durch Zupfen erzeugte Klangweise.

Describes something that has been pulled or removed, often referring to feathers, fruit, or strings of a musical instrument.

1. Sounded with fingers or plectrumB2formal

   Describes a stringed musical instrument that is played by pulling or strumming the strings with the fingers or a plectrum.

   Zupfinstrument

   • The gentle sound of a plucked guitar filled the room.
   • She prefers the bright tone of a plucked harp.
   • The musician demonstrated both bowed and plucked techniques on the cello.

   Synonymepizzicato

2. Having feathers removedB1formal

   Describes a bird or fowl that has had its feathers removed, typically for cooking or taxidermy.

   Gerupft

   • The plucked chicken was ready for roasting.
   • He bought a plucked duck from the market.
   • The plucked bird was cleaned and prepared for the oven.

   Antonymefeathered

• 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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