0 to lift someone or something using your hands:
If she starts to cry, pick her up and give her a cuddle.
I picked up the kids' clothes that were lying on the floor.
I went to pick up the phone/receiver, but it had stopped ringing.
1 to collect, or to go and get, someone or something:
When you're in town could you pick up the books I ordered?
Whose turn is it to pick the children up after school?
The crew of the sinking tanker were picked up (= saved from the sea) by helicopter.
Keep your fingers away from the crab's claws when you pick it up.
I can't pick the kettle up - the handle's too hot.
Could you pick the phone up for me - my hands are wet.
The child reached down and picked up the kitten.
He picked up the baby and gently rocked her to sleep.
Could you pick up my suit from the cleaner's for me, please?
I'll come and pick you up in the car if you like.
Drop by and pick up that book sometime.
NYA ORD
European
May 10, 2021
DAGENS ORD
Shimmer
pick sb/sth up
