1 [C,usually pl.] (BrE) a vegetable that has been preserved in VINEGAR or salt water and has a strong flavour, served cold with meat, salads, etc.
2 [U] (BrE) a cold thick spicy sauce made from fruit and vegetables that have been boiled, often sold in JARS and served with meat, cheese, etc.
3 [U,C] (AmE) = GHERKIN
IDIOMS
in a pickle (informal) in a difficult or unpleasant situation
verb [VN] to preserve food in VINEGAR or salt water
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