pitfall

/หˆpษชtfษ”l/

IPA: /P IH1 T F AO0 L/

noun
  1. 1

    A potential problem, hazard, or danger that is easily encountered but not immediately obvious.

    โ€œIt's usually a simple task, but you should know the pitfalls before you attempt it yourself.โ€

    syn:trap
  2. 2

    A type of trap consisting of a concealed hole in the ground: victims fall into the hole and are unable to escape.

  3. 3

    An antipattern.

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