peck
noun (1)
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Definition of peck
(Entry 1 of 3)
1
: a unit of capacity equal to ¹/₄ bushel — see Weights and Measures Table
2
: a large quantity or number
peck
verb
pecked;
pecking;
pecks
Definition of peck (Entry 2 of 3)
1a
: to strike or pierce especially repeatedly with the bill or a pointed tool
b
: to make by pecking
peck a hole
2
: to pick up with the bill
2
: to eat reluctantly and in small bites
peck at food
peck
noun (2)Definition of peck (Entry 3 of 3)
1
: an impression or hole made by pecking
2
: a quick sharp stroke
3
: a quick light kiss
a peck on the cheek
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Examples of peck in a Sentence
Verb
The hen pecked my finger. The woodpecker pecked a hole in the tree. He pecked his wife on the cheek as he headed out the door.
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More Definitions for peck
peck
verbEnglish Language Learners Definition of peck
: to strike sharply at something with the beak
: to make (something) by pecking with the beak
: to kiss (someone) lightly and quickly
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peck
verb
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pecked;
pecking
Kids Definition of peck
(Entry 1 of 3)
1
: to strike or pick up with the beak or a sharp instrument (as a pick)
Birds pecked the cherries that filled the tree.
2
: to make by striking with the beak or a sharp instrument
Birds pecked holes.
peck
nounKids Definition of peck (Entry 2 of 3)
1
: a unit of capacity equal to one quarter of a bushel
2
: a great deal : a large quantity
She's in a peck of trouble.
peck
nounKids Definition of peck (Entry 3 of 3)
1
: the act of striking with the bill or with a sharp instrument
2
: a mark made by striking with the bill or with a sharp instrument
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