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Picnic Definition & Meaning

picnic
noun
  1. a day devoted to an outdoor social gathering
  2. any undertaking that is easy to do; "marketing this product will be no picnic"
  3. any informal meal eaten outside or on an excursion
verb
  1. eat alfresco, in the open air; "We picnicked near the lake on this gorgeous Sunday"

"Picnic" in song lyrics

See how picnic is used in real songs:

  • "better believe we brought enough free chicken for the picnic"
    Aceyalone — Deep and Wide
  • "The core's no picnic"
    Aesop Rock f/ El-P, Camu Tao — Rickety Rackety
  • "So back on show your torn sores of disease from the omnivore pigeon picnic"
    Atoms Family — Oceans of Confusion

Usage tips for "picnic"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "picnic" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for picnic to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does picnic mean?
a day devoted to an outdoor social gathering any undertaking that is easy to do; "marketing this product will be no picnic" any informal meal eaten outside or on an excursion eat alfresco, in the open air; "We picnicked near the lake on this gorgeous Sunday"
What part of speech is picnic?
Picnic is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does picnic have?
Picnic has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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