pickle
Translation
pickle, gherkin, predicament, jam
Examples
I'd like a pickle with my sandwich.
I'd like a pickle with my sandwich.
He got himself into a real pickle.
He got himself into a real pickle.
Grammar Patterns
((a pickle)) a preserved cucumber She ate a pickle.
((in a pickle)) in a difficult situation I'm in a bit of a pickle and need your help.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (food) gherkin; (situation) predicament, trouble, jam
Etymology
From Dutch 'pekel', meaning brine.
Memory Tips
Imagine being 'in a pickle' (a difficult situation) makes you feel as sour as a real pickle.