Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pit

noun
/pɪt/
Definition
A hollow or indentation in a surface; a deep hole or cavity.
Examples
  • The excavation created a large pit in the backyard.
  • He fell into a pit while exploring the old mine.
  • In the fruit, the pit is the hard seed inside.
Meaning
The term ‘pit’ can refer to a small hole or a large depression in the ground.
Synonyms
  • hole
  • cavity
  • depression
  • ditch
  • trench