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What does pick on mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word pick on? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. (transitive) To bully, harass or make fun of a victim; to bother or harass.
  2. (transitive) To select (a person) for a task, etc.
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After years of wrestling scrawny teenagers, his dedication is actually put to the test when he will have to pick on someone his own size.
According to The Nation newspaper, the extortionists who were mostly of Indian origin would pick on Indian traders.
Essex is such a diverse region it is a bit unfair pick on one element and put the label of 'Essex girl' on every woman in the county.
She has a child-like curiosity about everything and a great ability to pick on things.
Older eaglets will pick on younger ones and if the adults don't bring in enough food the youngest chicks usually get eaten.
I think a lot of the controversy comes from people just wanting to pick on megachurches.

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