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pitfall

noun

A trap in the form of a concealed hole

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Word length
7
Starts with
P
Ends with
L
Contains
IT
Scrabble score
12

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Pronunciation

ˈpɪtfɔːl

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Definitions

noun

  1. A trap in the form of a concealed hole

noun

  1. An unforeseen or unexpected or surprising difficulty

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