Bit

English Meaning

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.

1. A small portion, degree, or amount: a bit of lint; a bit of luck.
2. A brief amount of time; a moment: Wait a bit.
3. A short scene or episode in a theatrical performance.
4. A bit part.
5. An entertainment routine given regularly by a performer; an act.
6. Informal A particular kind of action, situation, or behavior: got tired of the macho bit.
7. Informal A matter being considered: What's this bit about inflation?
8. Informal An amount equal to one eighth of a dollar: two bits.
9. Chiefly British A small coin: a threepenny bit.
10. a bit To a small degree; somewhat: a bit warm.
11. bit by bit Little by little; gradually.
12. do (one's) bit To do one's part or contribute one's share.
13. The sharp part of a tool, such as the cutting edge of a knife or ax.
14. A pointed and threaded tool for drilling and boring that is secured in a brace, bitstock, or drill press.
15. The part of a key that enters the lock and engages the bolt and tumblers.
16. The tip of the mouthpiece on a pipe or a cigarette or cigar holder.
17. The metal mouthpiece of a bridle, serving to control, curb, and direct an animal.
18. Something that controls, guides, or curbs.
19. To place a bit in the mouth of (a horse, for example).
20. To check or control with or as if with a bit.
21. To make or grind a bit on (a key).
22. have To be uncontrollable; cast off restraint.
23. Computer Science A fundamental unit of information having just two possible values, as either of the binary digits 0 or 1.
24. Past tense and a past participle of bite.