pit
Definitions
Noun
- A sizeable hole (usually in the ground)
- A concavity in a surface (especially an anatomical depression)
- The hard inner (usually woody) layer of the pericarp of some fruits (as peaches or plums or cherries or olives) that contains the seed
- (christianity) the abode of satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment; - john milton; ; -dr. johnson
- An enclosure in which animals are made to fight
- (commodity exchange) the part of the floor of a commodity exchange where trading in a particular commodity is carried on
- (auto racing) an area at the side of a racetrack where the race cars are serviced and refueled
- A trap in the form of a concealed hole
- A surface excavation for extracting stone or slate
- Lowered area in front of a stage where an orchestra accompanies the performers
- A workplace consisting of a coal mine plus all the buildings and equipment connected with it
Verb
- Set into opposition or rivalry
- Mark with a scar
- Remove the pits from
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Term
Definitions: 14
Fragments: 199
Sound Alikes: 2
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📰 This Word in the News:
Olive Pit Brewing in Lisbon to close this fall, citing ‘uncertainty’ in economy
May 18, 2026 Lewiston Sun Journal
May 18, 2026 Lewiston Sun Journal
U.S. figure skating team enjoying journey after Olympics, including a pit stop in Colorado Springs
May 21, 2026 Colorado Springs Gazette
May 21, 2026 Colorado Springs Gazette
The Pit Boss Lexington grill is $50 off at Walmart, and delivers by Memorial Day
May 20, 2026 MassLive
May 20, 2026 MassLive

