Pitchfork Definition

pĭchfôrk
pitchforks
noun
pitchforks
A large, long-handled fork used for lifting and tossing hay, straw, etc.
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verb
pitchforks
To lift and toss with or as with a pitchfork.
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Other Word Forms of Pitchfork

Noun

Singular:
pitchfork
Plural:
pitchforks

Origin of Pitchfork

  • Alteration (influenced by pichen to throw) of Middle English pikforke pik pick pick2 or pik spike pike5 forke fork fork

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Pitchfork Sentence Examples

  • She turned and threw the pitchfork toward the barn.

  • The first bifurcation of the vertically upward position is a " reverse " subcritical pitchfork bifurcation denoted by PF2.

  • The equilibrium is supposed to undergo a reversible pitchfork bifurcation, controlled by the system's parameter.

  • It's pitchfork wielding psychopath who's HOME FOR THE HOLIDAY!

  • Be sure to turn the leaves in your compost pile regularly to mix the contents, using a rake or pitchfork.

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Words Starting With

PPIPIT

Words Ending With

KRKORK

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pitchfork

Words Starting With P and Ending With K

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9 Letter Words9 Letter Words Starting With P9 Letter Words Ending With K