pick-me-up

noun

: something that stimulates or restores : tonic, bracer
my usual morning pick-me-up

Examples of pick-me-up in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Start with a Vietnamese coffee for an instant pick-me-up. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2024 Grab a fresh juice at Sprout Therapy or a pick-me-up at Two If By Sea Café and browse the music selection at Renegade Records. Anna Haines, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024 Its modern-day chapter, however, is defined by its cafes and restaurants, and travelers can stop by for churros, ice cream, and other pick-me-up items. See a show at the Royal Stables. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2024 This Mario Badescu Facial Spray is a great pick-me-up for tired, dull skin. Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pick-me-up 

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Word History

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pick-me-up was in 1867

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Cite this Entry

“Pick-me-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pick-me-up. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

pick-me-up

noun
ˈpik-mē-ˌəp
: something that stimulates or refreshes

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