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Peck

noun
/pɛk/

Meaning

To strike or bite something with a beak; to eat in small bites.

Example Sentences

The hen began to peck at the grains scattered on the ground.

Example Expressions

pecking order

Synonyms

strike, nibble, bite, tap

Antonyms

devour, gulp

Collocations

peck at, pecking order, peck on, peck gently

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