# pitmaster

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. One who operates a barbecue pit. Sometimes a term of respect for someone who is skilled at barbecuing.

## Etymology
From pit + master.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/pitmaster