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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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For illustration we can pick on just a few unexplained large-scale properties of the Universe.
Which are deserving and important welfare issues or just the easiest to pick on and likely to placate a few voters?
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.
Yet another delicious starter pick on Tilly's menu is accras served with a special pepper and ketchup blend dip.
She has a child-like curiosity about everything and a great ability to pick on things.
This may sound cruel but I hear catcalls and people pick on me enough outside my family home.

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