Meaning of the word "pitch a tent" in English

What does "pitch a tent" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pitch a tent

US /pɪtʃ ə tɛnt/
UK /pɪtʃ ə tɛnt/

Phrase

to set up a tent, especially for camping

Example:
We need to find a good spot to pitch a tent before it gets dark.
They spent the afternoon learning how to properly pitch a tent.