Definition of «pith»

Pith is a term used to describe the soft, spongy and lightweight core found in certain plants such as the pineapple or apple. It refers to the central part of something, often containing some important information or value. In writing, it can refer to the most essential part of a story or argument, while in speech, it may mean the crux or gist of what is being said.

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The pith of the matter is that we need to prioritize our tasks and focus on the most important ones first.
The pith of the joke was lost in translation, as it relied heavily on cultural references that the audience didn't understand.
The documentary aimed to explore the pith of the issue, delving deep into its core to uncover the underlying causes.

Phrases with «pith»

Sentences with «pith»

With a paring knife, remove white pith from zest strips. (marthastewart.com)
Remove the peel and white pith from all around the grapefruit. (domesticate-me.com)
Just be sure to remove the white pith of the lemon, since that part is very bitter. (yupitsvegan.com)
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Definition of «pith»

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Phrases with «pith»

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