Pitch

Definition

Pitch is a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to the highness or lowness of a sound, a playing field, or a proposal. As a verb, it means to throw something or to set up a tent.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /pɪtʃ/
• Respelling: pich

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /pɪtʃ/
• Respelling: pich

Etymology

The word "pitch" originates from Old English "pic," meaning "tar" or "resin," and Old French "pichier," meaning "to throw." It evolved to include a range of meanings in the 16th century.

Derivatives

• Pitcher (noun)
• Pitched (adjective)
• Pitching (verb/noun)
• Repitch (verb)
• Overpitch (verb)

Synonyms

• Throw
• Proposal
• Field

Antonyms

• Retrieve
• Reject
• None

Usage

The term "pitch" is versatile, used in music, sports, and business. For example, "The singer hit the perfect pitch," or "He made a sales pitch to the clients."

Related Terms

• Tone: The quality of a sound.
• Proposal: A plan or suggestion put forward.
• Throw: To propel something through the air.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The highness or lowness of a sound:
  • Example: "The violin’s pitch was perfectly tuned."
• A playing field for sports:
  • Example: "The football match took place on a muddy pitch."
• A sales or business proposal:
  • Example: "She delivered her pitch to potential investors."

Verb

• To throw something forcefully:
  • Example: "The player pitched the ball to the batter."
• To set up or erect, especially a tent:
  • Example: "They pitched their tents by the river."
• To present or propose something:
  • Example: "He pitched his idea during the meeting."