Synonyms for Pit (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a concavity in a surface (especially an anatomical depression)):
fossa
WordNet sense 2 (the hard inner (usually woody) layer of the pericarp of some fruits (as peaches or plums or cherries or olives) that contains the seed):
stone, endocarp
WordNet sense 3 (a sizeable hole (usually in the ground)):
cavity
WordNet sense 4 ((Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment):
hell, inferno, perdition, nether region, infernal region
WordNet sense 5 (a trap in the form of a concealed hole):
pitfall
WordNet sense 6 (a surface excavation for extracting stone or slate):
quarry, stone pit
WordNet sense 7 (lowered area in front of a stage where an orchestra accompanies the performers):
orchestra pit
WordNet sense 8 (a workplace consisting of a coal mine plus all the buildings and equipment connected with it):
colliery
WordNet sense 9 (mark with a scar):
mark, pock, scar
WordNet sense 10 (set into opposition or rivalry):
match, oppose
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