Pluck Definition & Meaning

pluck
noun
  1. the trait of showing courage and determination in spite of possible loss or injury
  2. the act of pulling and releasing a taut cord
verb
  1. pull or pull out sharply; "pluck the flowers off the bush"
  2. sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity
  3. rip off; ask an unreasonable price
  4. pull lightly but sharply with a plucking motion; "he plucked the strings of his mandolin"
  5. strip of feathers; "pull a chicken"; "pluck the capon"
  6. look for and gather; "pick mushrooms"; "pick flowers"

"Pluck" in song lyrics

See how pluck is used in real songs:

  • "Point the broad out guaranteed I can pluck"
    B.G. f/ Big Tymers, Hot Boys — Bling Bling (Radio Remix)
  • "Dollars to tip strippers couple of chickens to pluck"
    C-Murder f/ MAC, T-Bo & XL — I'm a Baller
  • "Get buck, get stuck like a chicken get pluck"
    Esham — Poetry

Words that rhyme with pluck

Usage tips for "pluck"

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