pick at
pick
pɪk
pik
at
æt
āt
British pronunciation
/pˈɪk at/

Definition & Meaning of "pick at"in English

to pick at
[phrase form: pick]
01

to frequently criticize someone about small issues

to pick at definition and meaning
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Examples
Critics always seem to pick at her performances no matter how well she does.
02

to touch or tug on something repeatedly

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It 's not good to pick at scabs; it might lead to scars.
03

to eat only a small amount of food

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She just picked at her food during dinner, claiming she was n't hungry.
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