pitfall

Meanings

• noun

  A hidden danger or difficulty that may result in failure or ruin, especially one that is not easily apparent.

  - "The sales pitch sounded too good to be true, but it was just a pitfall for unsuspecting investors."
  - "The pitfall of pride can lead to one's downfall."
  - "He fell into a pitfall and broke his leg."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpɪtfɔl/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

antipattern , dark pattern , trap

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pitfall
call , hall , mall , pall , stall , wall

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Variants

List of all variants of pitfall that leads to same result
pitfall , pitfalls

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Etymology

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Middle English (denoting a pit or trap): from Old French pit, pitte 'pit, cistern' + fall 'fall'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'pitfall' is often used in the context of computer programming to refer to a hidden bug or error.

2. In the Middle Ages, knights would sometimes dig pits in the ground to trap their enemies' horses during battles.

3. The word 'pitfall' comes from the Old French words 'pit' (pit) and 'fall' (fall).

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Related Concepts

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1. trap: A pitfall is a type of trap that is hidden and often difficult to avoid.

2. danger: A pitfall represents a danger or a risk that can lead to failure or harm.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'pitfall' is often used metaphorically to represent a dangerous situation or a trap. It has been used in various forms of art, such as paintings and sculptures, to symbolize the dangers of pride, greed, or other vices.

How to Memorize "pitfall"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a hidden trap or pit that can cause harm or failure.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pitfall' with the idea of a hidden danger or difficulty.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'hidden danger' to help memorize the meaning of 'pitfall'.

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