pit stop

American  

[pit stop] / ˈpɪt ˌstɒp /

noun

1. Auto Racing. a stop in the pits during a race, in which a competing car receives gasoline, a change of tires, or other servicing or repair.

2. Informal. any brief stop, as during a ride or trip in an automobile, so that one may get refreshments, use a restroom, etc.

3. a place where one makes such stops.

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pit stop British  

noun

1. motor racing a brief stop made at a pit by a racing car for repairs, refuelling, etc

2. informal any stop made during a car journey for refreshment, rest, or refuelling

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Etymology

Origin of pit stop

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

Pit stop aficionados will notice that tires are anchored with one central lug nut rather than five.

From Washington Post • Feb. 19, 2022

Pit stop: Stop by Golden Ears Cheesecrafters to watch cheeses, curds and butter being made with milk from the dairy next door run by two Maple Ridge sisters.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 13, 2018