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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
02
to identify someone or something in a group, often because of their unique features
Transitive: to pick out a sensory stimulant
03
to see in an unclear and blurry manner, often due to low light, distance, etc.
Transitive: to pick out a shape
04
to make something noticeable, usually by using different colors, designs, material, etc.
Transitive: to pick out sth
05
to play a piece of music by ear, without the use of sheet music
Transitive: to pick out a musical piece
pick out
v
Example
They asked the children to pick out their favorite toys.
She took her time to pick out the perfect dress for the event.
Out of all the puppies, he picked out the one with the white patch on its forehead.
The children picked out their favorite lollipop flavors from the candy store.
With her keen musical ear, she easily picked out the song's chorus.
