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pitching

The correct spelling is pitching.

How to pronounce pitching

verb

IPA: /ˈpɪtʃtɪŋ/

Say it like: Pic-hin-g

The correct spelling is pitching. To cover or smear with pitch. For example: "He pitched the horseshoe."

Usage Examples

He pitched the horseshoe.

Bob pitches today.

He pitched the candy wrapper.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To cover or smear with pitch.
  2. 2.To darken; to blacken; to obscure.
  3. 3.To throw.
  4. 4.To throw (the ball) toward a batter at home plate.
  5. 5.To play baseball in the position of pitcher.

noun

  1. 1.The act of throwing or casting.
  2. 2.The rough paving of a street to a grade with blocks of stone.
  3. 3.A facing of stone laid upon a bank to prevent wear by tides or currents.

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