glean (verb)

1. In the cartoon, the character goes into the field to glean vegetables for a hearty meal.

2. According to Greek mythology, Persephone gleaned flowers from the meadows to create a beautiful bouquet.

3. During their romantic stroll, the couple stopped to glean wildflowers from the countryside.

4. In the science fiction novel, the protagonist uses a high-tech device to glean energy from the environment.