pikyng

Middle English

/ˈpikinɡ/

noun
Definitions
  • (rare) The utilisation of an implement for removing the ground; digging up.
  • (rare) robbing or pickpocketing.
  • (rare) A process of tidying, cleaning, purging, or expunging.
  • (rare) eating, gobbling, consuming
  • (rare) A small portion of food.

Etymology

Affix from Middle English piken.

Origin

Middle English

piken

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