mite Definition
a very small arachnid that lives on plants or animals, some of which are parasitic and may transmit disease.
Using mite: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mite" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The dog had a mite infestation.
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Mites can cause skin irritation in humans.
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The plant was infested with spider mites.
mite Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with mite
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He added a mite of salt to the soup.
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I'm not a mite interested in that movie.
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The soup is a mite too salty for my taste.
Summary: mite in Brief
A 'mite' [maɪt] is a very small arachnid that can live on plants or animals, some of which are parasitic and may transmit disease. Examples include mite infestations in dogs, skin irritation in humans, and spider mites on plants. The phrase 'a mite of' refers to a small amount of something, while 'not a mite' means not at all, and 'a mite too' implies slightly too much or too little.
