Dictionary Check: pitting

"pitting" is a valid word!

Scrabble 10 points
Words with Friends 13 points

Definition

noun

the formation of small pits in a surface as a consequence of corrosion

verb

set into opposition or rivalry

Example: "let them match their best athletes against ours"
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verb

mark with a scar

Example: "The skin disease scarred his face permanently"
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verb

remove the pits from

Example: "pit plums and cherries"
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