Pit
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British pronunciation/pˈɪt/
American pronunciation/ˈpɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "pit"

Pit
01

a small, hard seed or stone found inside certain fruits, such as peaches and cherries

pit definition and meaning

What is a "pit"?

The pit, also known as a stone or seed, is the hard, often large, and typically oval-shaped structure found within certain fruits. It is located at the center of the fruit and is surrounded by the edible flesh. The pit contains the seed or seeds of the fruit and serves as a protective covering to safeguard the seed during development. Pits vary in size, shape, and hardness depending on the fruit species. Some common fruits with pits include cherries, peaches, plums, and olives. While the flesh of these fruits is consumed, the pit is typically discarded due to its tough and inedible nature.

02

(Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment

pit definition and meaning
03

a sizeable hole (usually in the ground)

04

a surface excavation for extracting stone or slate

05

a workplace consisting of a coal mine plus all the buildings and equipment connected with it

06

a trap in the form of a concealed hole

07

lowered area in front of a stage where an orchestra accompanies the performers

08

the area along the track where teams quickly service cars with refueling, tire changes, and adjustments during a race

09

(commodity exchange) the part of the floor of a commodity exchange where trading in a particular commodity is carried on

10

an enclosure in which animals are made to fight

11

a concavity in a surface (especially an anatomical depression)

12

a designated area within a casino or other gambling establishment where various table games, such as blackjack, craps, and roulette, are located

to pit
01

to remove the pit or stone from a fruit

Transitive: to pit a fruit
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02

to create a small hole or dent in the surface of something

Transitive: to pit a surface
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03

to create a competition or rivalry by setting two or more things or people against each other

Transitive: to pit a contestant against another | to pit two contestants

pit

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Example
I accidentally bit into a pit while eating the plum and had to be careful next time.
They competed to see who could spit the cherry pits the farthest during the summer picnic.
Pit played a crucial role in determining the race outcome.
The car sped into the pit for a tire change.
Archaeologists excavated test pits to assess the archaeological potential of the site.
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