bit Synonyms
Another word for bit
• verb (Context 1)
To cut, wound, or grip with the teeth (serving as the past tense of the verb 'bite').
"He accidentally nipped his tongue while eating lunch."
• noun (Context 2)
A small piece, part, or quantity of something.
"She ate a small piece of chocolate after dinner."
• noun (Context 3)
A short period of time or brief distance.
"Please wait a moment while I finish writing this email."
• noun (Context 4)
The most basic unit of information in computing and digital communications, representing a binary value of either 0 or 1.
"Modern processors can handle sixty-four bits of data at a time."
• noun (Context 5)
A removable metal cutting or boring attachment that is fitted into a drill or similar tool to make holes.
"The carpenter switched to a smaller drill bit to drill pilot holes in the oak cabinet."
• noun (Context 6)
A metal mouthpiece attached to a bridle, placed in a horse's mouth to help the rider control and guide the animal.
"The young horse champed eagerly at the mouthpiece before the race began."
• verb (Context 7)
To put a bridle mouthpiece into the mouth of a horse, or to train a horse to become accustomed to wearing one.
"The trainer carefully bitted the young colt before leading him into the paddock."
Opposites of bit
The opposite of bit shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: