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pitch

[pɪtʃ]

pitch Definition

  • 1the quality of a sound governed by the rate of vibrations producing it; the degree of highness or lowness of a tone.
  • 2a black, highly viscous substance obtained by distilling coal tar, used especially for coating and waterproofing.
  • 3an area of ground marked out or used for play in a game such as football or cricket.

Using pitch: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pitch" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She sang the song in a high pitch.

  • Example

    The pitch of the violin was too low.

  • Example

    The company uses pitch to waterproof roofs.

  • Example

    The football pitch was muddy after the rain.

  • Example

    The cricket pitch was in good condition for the match.

pitch Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with pitch

  • completely dark; without any light

    Example

    It was pitch black outside when we left the party.

  • to help with a task or contribute money

    Example

    Everyone pitched in to clean up after the party.

  • to set up a tent for camping

    Example

    We pitched our tent by the lake and spent the night there.

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Summary: pitch in Brief

The term 'pitch' [pɪtʃ] refers to the quality of a sound, the black viscous substance obtained by distilling coal tar, or an area of ground marked out for play. It is used in phrases like 'pitch black,' meaning completely dark, and 'pitch in,' meaning to help with a task or contribute money.

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