pitch

pitch · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    (noun) The highness or lowness of a musical sound or voice.

  2. 2.

    (noun, British) A playing field, especially for football, cricket, or rugby.

  3. 3.

    (verb) To throw or toss, especially in baseball.

  4. 4.

    (noun) A persuasive sales presentation or proposal.

  5. 5.

    (noun) A dark, sticky substance made from tar or turpentine.

  6. 6.

    (verb) To set up a tent or camp.

Forms

plural: pitches

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    pitch in — To contribute or help with a task
  • •
    pitch black — Completely dark
  • •
    sales pitch — A persuasive presentation to sell something
  • •
    pitch a fit — (informal) To become very angry or upset
  • •
    fever pitch — A state of extreme excitement or intensity

Related words

See also: pitched, pitching, throw, tone
Synonyms: field, proposal, tar, throw, tone

Etymology

Multiple origins: The noun meaning "tar" comes from Old English pic, from Latin pix. The verb meaning "to throw" is of uncertain origin, possibly from Middle English picchen ("to thrust, pierce"). The musical sense developed in the 16th century.