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noun

ˈpit How to pronounce pit (audio)
Definition of pitnext
as in hole
a sunken area forming a separate space removal of the tree stump left a gaping pit in the yard

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verb

as in to dent

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Recent Examples of pit
Noun
For example, the symphony orchestra’s rehearsal space and orchestra pit are located on corresponding underground floors, allowing for convenient horizontal transport of large instruments. — Wendy Wang, Architectural Digest, 22 Oct. 2026 At the top of the tower, Sauron stares deeply into, presumably, a fire pit. — Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2026
Verb
Unravelling puzzles along the way, the winning pair will pit their knowledge against The Chasers in order to win a life-changing prize pot. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026 Briscoe elected not to pit for tires during a late green-flag pit cycle, holding off the field on the restart to secure the stage victory. — Frankie Frisco, Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pit
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pit
  1. hole
  2. dent
  3. cavity
  4. kink
Noun
  • In higher-dimensional gravity, certain black-hole-like objects, such as black strings, can become unstable and fragment.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Sabbatini played his final six holes in 6-under par, which included his 25-foot eagle putt from the fringe on the par-5 15th hole.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of hole
Verb
  • Also sent to the garbage via Stop Sales were dented cans of pineapple juice, oyster sauce and bean sauce.
    — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2026
  • And the protesters’ grit, wit, inventiveness, and fearlessness have dented Modi’s authority like nothing else has in the past 12 years.
    — Pratap Bhanu Mehta, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of dent
Noun
  • Step 3 Unwrap turkey and remove giblets and any other parts (such as neck) that may be inside cavity; save for gravy if desired.
    — Alton Brown, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The new technology instead places the diamond directly inside a laser cavity.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of cavity
Verb
  • But, unfortunately, sitting all day kinks your body like a garden hose.
    — Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 25 May 2026
  • Stafford explains that this gap helps keep the hoses from being crushed or kinked, which can lead to speedy wear and tear, leaks, and drainage issues.
    — Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 24 May 2026
Definition of kink

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“Pit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pit. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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