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1.
Act of picking up, as in various games, the fielding or hitting of a ball just after it strikes the ground.[Colloq., Cant, or Slang]
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2.
That which picks up.
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3.
One that is picked up, as a meal hastily got up for the occasion, a chance acquaintance, an informal game, etc.
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4.
a social companion for the evening who is met without prior arrangement, as at a singles bar; also, the act of joining with such a companion in that fashion.
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5.
acceleration; a measure of the ability of a vehicle to accelerate.(Automobiles)
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6.
a component of a phonograph which contains the stylus and also components for converting the vibrations of the stylus into electrical impulses for subsequent processing into sound; often referred to as a cartridge; also, the process of converting vibrations into electrical impulses.(Electronics) Also: cartridge
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the conversion of sound or light into electrical signals in a sound or image recording or transmitting device.(Electronics)
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8.
a small truck having an enclosed driver's compartment (cab) but an open rear with usually low sides and a tailgate. Also called pickup truck.(Vehicles) Also: pickup truck
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9.
a hitchhiker who has been picked up.