English English Dictionary

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Bit (v.)

The part of a bridle, usually of iron, which is inserted in the mouth of a horse, and having appendages to which the reins are fastened.

Bit (v.)

Fig.: Anything which curbs or restrains.

Bit (v. t.)

To put a bridle upon; to put the bit in the mouth of.

Bit

imp. & p. p. of Bite.

Bit (v.)

A part of anything, such as may be bitten off or taken into the mouth; a morsel; a bite. Hence: A small piece of anything; a little; a mite.

Bit (v.)

Somewhat; something, but not very great.

Bit (v.)

A tool for boring, of various forms and sizes, usually turned by means of a brace or bitstock. See Bitstock.

Bit (v.)

The part of a key which enters the lock and acts upon the bolt and tumblers.

Bit (v.)

The cutting iron of a plane.

Bit (v.)

In the Southern and Southwestern States, a small silver coin (as the real) formerly current; commonly, one worth about 12 1/2 cents; also, the sum of 12 1/2 cents.

Bit

3d sing. pr. of Bid, for biddeth.

Bit (imp.)

of Bite

Bit

of Bite