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to pick out
[phrase form: pick]
01
to choose among a group of people or things
Transitive: to pick out sb/sth
Examples
Out of all the puppies, he picked out the one with the white patch on its forehead.
02
to identify someone or something in a group, often because of their unique features
Transitive: to pick out a sensory stimulant
Examples
Among the crowd, she could easily pick out her father's voice.
03
to see in an unclear and blurry manner, often due to low light, distance, etc.
Transitive: to pick out a shape
Examples
In the dimly lit room, she could barely pick out the shapes of the furniture.
04
to make something noticeable, usually by using different colors, designs, material, etc.
Transitive: to pick out sth
Examples
He picked out the logo on the shirt using a neon thread.
05
to play a piece of music by ear, without the use of sheet music
Transitive: to pick out a musical piece
Examples
She can pick out any tune on the piano after hearing it just once.
