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Meaning of
pitfall
in English
pitfall
us
//ˈpɪtfɔl//
uk
//ˈpɪt.fɔːl//
#common
Plural
pitfalls
Definitions
Noun
a
hidden
danger
or
problem
;
not
immediately
obvious
a
concealed
hole
in
the
ground
;
used
as
a
trap
a
secret
or
unsuspected
hazard
The
hikers
were
aware
of
the
pitfall
of
landslides
on
the
trail
.
a
concealed
pit
;
used
to
capture
or
harm
The
ancient
tribe
dug
a
pitfall
to
trap
wild
animals
for
food
.
a
hidden
danger
or
trap
(
in
a
situation
)
The
company's
financial
reports
hid
a
pitfall
that
could
lead
to
bankruptcy
.
