pitching
UK: ˈpɪtʃɪŋ | US: ˈpɪtʃɪŋ
n. 1. The act of throwing or tossing something, especially a ball in sports.
n. 2. The process of presenting an idea, product, or proposal persuasively (e.g., sales pitch).
n. 3. The steepness of a slope, especially in geology or roofing.
v. (present participle of pitch) 1. To throw or hurl.
v. 2. To set up or erect (e.g., a tent).
The word "pitching" derives from the verb pitch, which originated from Old English piccean (to thrust or pierce) and later Middle English picchen (to throw or fix firmly). The root pitch retains dual meanings: forceful throwing (e.g., a baseball) and fixing in place (e.g., a tent). The suffix -ing forms a noun (the act of pitching) or a present participle (actively performing the action).
The pitcher’s fast pitching stunned the batter.
She practiced pitching her startup idea to investors.
The roof’s steep pitching prevents snow accumulation.
They spent the afternoon pitching tents for the camp.
His pitching style combines speed and precision.