جستجو
Pit stop
01
توقف در کامیون, توقف در گاراژ
*** a stop at the pits during an automobile race
02
یک توقف کوتاه در سفر
a short stop in the middle of a trip to refuel, eat some food, use a restroom, or just get some rest
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "pit stop" and when to use it?
The idiom "pit stop" finds its origin in the world of motorsports, particularly in the context of car racing. During a race, drivers make "pit stops" to refuel, change tires, make necessary repairs, and perform quick maintenance on their vehicles. These stops are essential for the driver's performance and the car's overall functionality. Over time, the term has been adopted into everyday language to describe any brief stop made during a journey, whether for refueling, eating, using a restroom, or getting some rest.
pit stop
n
مثال
The flight from New York to London includes a pit stop in Reykjavik for refueling and maintenance.
Shall we make a pit stop at the next service station?
They analyzed the finisher's tire wear and fuel consumption during pit stops.
We made a pit stop for some food before getting back on the highway.
Open-wheel cars require pit stops for tire changes and refueling during races.
