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pioneer someone who is one of the first in a culture to explore or live in a place. [3 definitions]
pious showing love for a god or gods in thought and action; religious. [2 definitions]
pipe1 a tube of metal, plastic, or other material, through which a gas or liquid may flow. [6 definitions]
pipeline a long line of pipes for moving gas or oil from where it is produced to where it is used or sold.
piracy robbery or attack at sea. [2 definitions]
piranha a small fish that lives in fresh water in South America. Piranhas, in groups, often attack and eat much larger animals.
pirate someone who attacks or robs ships at sea. [3 definitions]
Pisces a constellation located between Aquarius and Aries. Pisces is also called the Fish. [3 definitions]
pistachio a green nut with a tan shell that is sometimes dyed red. Pistachios have a sweet taste. [2 definitions]
pistil the portion of a flower where seeds grow. It is the female part of a flower.
pistol a small gun that is held and fired with one hand.
piston a part of an engine or some other machine that moves up and down within a tight sleeve in order to make the machine work.
pit1 a wide, deep hole that either is dug or already in the ground. [5 definitions]
pit2 the hard seed at the center of a cherry, plum, or certain other fruits. [2 definitions]
pitch1 to throw or toss. [11 definitions]
pitch2 a thick, black, sticky material made from coal or wood tar. Pitch is used for paving roads and covering roofs to protect them from water.
pitcher1 a container with a handle and spout, used to hold and pour milk, juice, or other liquids.
pitcher2 the baseball or softball player who throws the ball to the batter.
pitchfork a long, sharp tool that is shaped like a fork and is used to move hay or straw.
pitch in (informal) to help others do something.
pith the soft central part of certain plant stems and feathers or other animal parts.