Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-pick-someone's-brains
idiom
‘tə ˌpɪk ˈsʌmˌwʌnz breɪnz
Definition
To gather information or ideas from someone, usually by asking questions in a casual conversation.
Examples
- I’m going to pick Jane’s brains about her experience in marketing.
- He picked his friend’s brains to understand how to improve his coding skills.
Meaning
The phrase implies seeking out another person’s knowledge or expertise to gain insights or learn something new.
Synonyms
- consult
- interview
- query
- ask for advice
