piton

/ˈpitɑn/
/ˈpɪtɒn/
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Other forms: pitons

Definitions of piton
  1. noun
    a metal spike with a hole for a rope; mountaineers drive it into ice or rock to use as a hold
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    type of:
    spike
    sports equipment consisting of a sharp point on the sole of a shoe worn by athletes
Pronunciation
US
/ˈpitɑn/
UK
/ˈpɪtɒn/
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