What is the meaning of pick at?

verb

  • Pluck or pull at with the fingers.
    • usage: "She picked nervously at the buttons of her blouse"
  • Eat like a bird.
    • usage: "The anorexic girl just picks at her food"
  • Express a negative opinion of.
    • usage: "She disparaged her student's efforts"
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