n.
1.a sizeable hole (usually in the ground)
2.a concavity in a surface (especially an anatomical depression)
3.the hard inner (usually woody) layer of the pericarp of some fruits (as peaches or plums or cherries or olives) that contains the seed
4.a trap in the form of a concealed hole
5.a surface excavation for extracting stone or slate
6.lowered area in front of a stage where an orchestra accompanies the performers
7.a workplace consisting of a coal mine plus all the buildings and equipment connected with it pit v.
1.set into opposition or rivalry
2.mark with a scar
3.remove the pits from
Idiom of the Day
polish the apple
to try to win someone's favor by flattering him or her
The teacher does not like students who try to polish the apple with her.
