Pithead
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɪtˈhɛd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pithead is a noun meaning The area around the top of the mineshaft of a coal mine.
Meaning
The area around the top of the mineshaft of a coal mine.
More Meanings
- A hoverfly of the genus Pipiza.
Example Sentences
Since the war there has been a reallocation of output from pitheads in the North Staffordshire coalfield, resulting in a flow of coal northwards; [...].
Word Forms
- pitheads
- pit head
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include headhouse, headframe, bank, bonnet, room, shaft.
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