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Definition bit in American English

bit noun

noun
/bɪt/
1

a small piece of something

1.1

a small piece of something

Example

There were bits of broken glass all over the place.

Example

The wreckage was spread over a wide area in tiny bits and pieces.

Synonyms and related words
bit piece fragment
1.2

a particular aspect of something

Example

In general, I like my job, but I don't enjoy the management bit.

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feature quality factor
1.3

a part of something

Example

The best bit in the film is the scene in the restaurant.

Example

Some bits of the jigsaw puzzle are missing.

Synonyms and related words
part unit section
2

the most basic unit of information that can be stored in a computer

Synonyms and related words
bandwidth baud bit
3

a tool or part of a tool used for cutting or making holes in things

4

a piece of metal put in a horse's mouth so that a rider can control it

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bit blinders bridle
5

an amount of money worth 12½ cents

Example

two bits

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AUD bit c.
6

a man's sex organs

Synonyms and related words
balls beaver bits
Definition bit in American English