Noun: pit stop
- A brief stop at a pit during an automobile race to take on fuel or service the car
"The driver's quick pit stop allowed him to maintain his lead in the race"
- A stop during an automobile trip for rest and refreshment
"We made a pit stop at the gas station to stretch our legs and grab some snacks"
Derived forms: pit stops
Type of: layover, stop, stopover
Encyclopedia: Pit stop