Meaning of the word pith in English
What does pith mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pith
US /pɪθ/
UK /pɪθ/
Noun
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the white, spongy tissue lining the rind of citrus fruits
Example:
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When peeling an orange, try to remove as much of the white pith as possible.
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The bitter taste often comes from the pith.
Verb
to remove the pith from (fruit or wood)
Example:
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You need to pith the oranges before making the marmalade.
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The carpenter carefully pithed the wood to prepare it for carving.
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