pitchfork
1 synonym for pitchfork, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A long-handled farm tool with sharp tines, used for lifting and moving hay or straw.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A long-handled farm tool with sharp tines, used for lifting and moving hay or straw.
“He used a pitchfork to load hay onto the wagon.”
2. verb
To lift or move something with a pitchfork.
“They pitchforked the straw into the barn before the rain.”
How to use pitchfork
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wield a pitchfork
hay pitchfork
Etymology
From Middle English pichfork, formed from pitch (in the sense "to throw or toss") + fork.
Full origin of pitchfork →Frequently asked questions
What does “pitchfork” mean?
The word “pitchfork” means a long-handled farm tool with sharp tines, used for lifting and moving hay or straw. In plain terms, a farm tool for tossing hay, or the act of moving hay with one.
How do you pronounce “pitchfork”?
“Pitchfork” is pronounced PIHCH-fawrk (/ˈpɪt͡ʃˌfɔɹk/ in IPA).
How do you use “pitchfork” in a sentence?
Here is “pitchfork” used in a sentence: “He used a pitchfork to load hay onto the wagon.”
What part of speech is “pitchfork”?
Depending on how it is used, “pitchfork” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “pitchfork” come from?
The word “pitchfork” comes from Middle English. From Middle English pichfork, formed from pitch (in the sense "to throw or toss") + fork.
How many meanings does “pitchfork” have?
“Pitchfork” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a long-handled farm tool with sharp tines, used for lifting and moving hay or straw.
