Pit-stop

Pronunciation: /ˈpɪt- ˈstɑp/

Pit-stop (noun)

  1. A short stop in a race when a team brings a car into the pit to change tyres or make quick repairs.
  2. A short break during a trip to rest, eat, or do something quick before continuing.

Examples

  • The team made a pit-stop to change the tires.
  • Drivers rely on a pit-stop for quick repairs.