piton vs tine

piton

noun
  • A spike, wedge, or peg that is driven into a rock or ice surface as a support (as for a mountain climber). 

verb
  • To put pitons into a rock/ice to facilitate climbing. 

tine

noun
  • A spike or point on an implement or tool, especially a prong of a fork or a tooth of a comb. 

  • A wild vetch or tare. 

  • A small branch, especially on an antler or horn. 

verb
  • To kindle; to set on fire. 

  • To shut in, or enclose. 

adj
  • small, diminutive 

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