Meaning of the word pit in English

What does pit mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pit

US /pɪt/
UK /pɪt/
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Noun

1.

a large hole in the ground, or a hollow in a surface

Example:
The construction workers dug a deep pit for the foundation.
There's a small pit in the road that needs to be filled.
2.

the stone of a fruit, such as a peach or cherry

Example:
Be careful not to swallow the pit when eating a cherry.
She removed the pit from the avocado before mashing it.
3.

an area at the side of a track where racing cars are refueled and repaired

Example:
The race car pulled into the pit for a quick tire change.
The mechanics worked quickly in the pit to get the car back on track.

Verb

1.

to make a hollow or indentation in (a surface)

Example:
The hailstones pitted the car's paintwork.
Rust had begun to pit the metal surface.
2.

to set (an animal, especially a dog) to fight against another animal or a person

Example:
They used to pit dogs against each other in illegal fights.
The coach tried to pit the two strongest players against each other in practice.
3.

to remove the pit from (a fruit)

Example:
She carefully pitted the cherries before making the pie.
You need a special tool to easily pit olives.
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