Meaning & use

pitch

noun·Everyday

The degree of highness or lowness of a musical note or sound as perceived by the ear.

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The singer struggled to hit the high pitch required in the final chorus.

A violin can produce a much higher pitch than a cello of similar size.

A note on using this word

In British English, pitch also names the marked field used for soccer, rugby, or cricket.

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2. verb

To throw a ball toward a batter or target, especially in baseball or cricket.

He pitched the ball so fast that the batter never saw it coming.

3. noun

A persuasive presentation intended to sell an idea, product, or investment opportunity.

The startup founders gave a confident pitch to a room full of investors.

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