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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. 2. That which picks up; specif.: (Elec.) = Brush b. 3. One that is picked up, as a meal hastily got up for t…

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  1. 1. Act of picking up, as, in various games, the fielding or hitting of a ball just after it strikes the ground. 2. That which picks up; specif.: (Elec.) = Brush b. 3. One that is picked up, as a meal hastily got up for the occasion, a chance acquaintance, an informal game, etc.