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Noun piton has 1 sense
  1. piton - a metal spike with a hole for a rope; mountaineers drive it into ice or rock to use as a hold
    --1 is a kind of
    spike

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Pitons

Part of speech: noun

Sense: A metal spike or peg used in mountaineering to secure a rope

Usage: Pitons are essential tools for climbers to protect themselves while scaling steep rock faces.

Example sentence: The experienced mountaineer skillfully hammered the pitons into the rock wall to create anchors for the climbing rope.

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Part of speech: noun

Sense: A type of volcanic spire found in the Caribbean island of St. Lucia

Usage: The Pitons in St. Lucia are UNESCO World Heritage sites and attract tourists from all over the world.

Example sentence: The view from the top of the Pitons was breathtaking, with lush forests and the sparkling blue ocean stretching out before us.

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Part of speech: noun

Sense: Small metal pieces with holes used in metalworking or leather craft

Usage: Pitons, also known as grommets, are commonly used in leatherworking to reinforce holes.

Example sentence: The craftsperson carefully inserted a piton through the hole in the leather to add strength and durability to the finished product.

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