Meaning & Definition of word "Pit"

Pit

/pɪt/

1. A hole or cavity in the ground, often used for storage or as a place for disposal.
- Example: The workers dug a pit to bury the old machinery.
2. A large pit, usually in a quarry or mine, where minerals or other materials are extracted.
- Example: The gravel pit provided materials for the construction projects in the area.
3. A space or area in a specified context, such as 'the pit of despair.'
- Example: He found himself in the pit of despair after losing his job.
4. The seed or stone of a fruit, typically a hard or tough part.
- Example: She removed the pit from the peach before slicing it.

1. To make a hole in the ground; to excavate.
- Example: They decided to pit the area for a new swimming pool.
2. To set in opposition or contest against one another.
- Example: The two teams were pitted against each other in the final match.

Middle English; from Old English 'pytt', of uncertain origin.

pit stop:

A brief stop made during a journey, especially for refueling or servicing a vehicle.

pit one's wits against:

To challenge someone intellectually.

in the pits:

In a state of failure or difficulty.

pitfall:

A hidden or unsuspected danger or difficulty.

pitted:

Having pits or small depressions.

Meaning: A bad situation or predicament.

Example Sentence: I really fell into a pit when I lost my job.

Meaning: An area of a concert where the audience stands.

Example Sentence: We got right in the pit for the mosh pit during the concert.