pico
word
Definition
Pico can mean the pointed top of a mountain or object, or the highest level or value of something, like a 'peak' or 'summit.'
Usage & Nuances
'Pico' is the Spanish and Portuguese word for 'peak' or 'summit'. In English, 'pico' is mostly used when referring to Spanish or Portuguese place names, or in scientific terms (like 'picogram'). In Spanish/Portuguese, it's also used for 'beak' or in time/number phrases meaning 'peak' (e.g., 'hora pico').
Example Sentences
The hikers reached the pico of the mountain at sunrise.
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At 6 PM, traffic is at its pico in the city.
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During the summer, tourist numbers hit their pico on weekends.
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His excitement was at its pico when he opened the present.
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Lightning struck the pico of the tall tower.
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The fever usually reaches its pico at night and then drops.
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