What does pithead mean?
The head or entrance of a coal mine, especially one with a winding gear. A pithead is also the area at the top of a coal mine, where coal is loaded into wagons or onto conveyor belts.
Example
"The pithead of the coal mine was a hive of activity as miners prepared for their shift."
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