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Australian Slang
Pit (fruit)
Used when discussing the components of various fruits in cooking.
Literal Meaning
The hard seed found within certain fruits, typically surrounded by the fruit's fleshy outer layer.
Actual Meaning
Hard seed inside fruit like peaches, cherries
Examples in Context

When making guacamole, make sure to remove the pits from the avocados before mashing.

Watch out for the pit in that peach; it can be pretty hard!

I just bit into a cherry and nearly broke a tooth on the pit.

Helpful Tips
  • 1In Australia, referring to a 'pit' instead of 'stone' might imply a more relaxed or familiar tone.
  • 2This phrase is often used in casual conversations about food, especially when discussing fruit.
  • 3Keep in mind that certain fruits have pits while others have seeds; it can be helpful to know which fruits are being discussed.
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