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
