bit

[bɪt]

bit Definition

• 1. a small piece or quantity of something
• 2. the past tense of 'bite'
• 3. a unit of information in computing and digital communications

Using bit: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bit" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Could I have a bit of cake, please?

• Example

  She ate a bit of the sandwich before putting it down.

• Example

  He bit into the apple and chewed thoughtfully.

• Example

  I think I'll just bite the bullet and ask for a raise.

• Example

  The computer's memory is measured in bits and bytes.

bit Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bit

• piece
• fragment
• shred
• scrap
• morsel

Antonyms for bit

• whole
• entirety

Phrases with bit

• a bit much

  excessive or unreasonable

  Example

  Her constant demands are a bit much for me to handle.

• a bit of all right

  attractive or desirable

  Example

  He's not bad-looking, actually. A bit of all right, you might say.

• do your bit

  to do your share of work or effort

  Example

  Everyone needs to do their bit to keep the environment clean.

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Summary: bit in Brief

The term 'bit' [bɪt] refers to a small piece or quantity of something, as in 'Could I have a bit of cake, please?' It can also be the past tense of 'bite,' as in 'He bit into the apple and chewed thoughtfully.' In computing, 'bit' is a unit of information. Phrases include 'a bit much,' meaning excessive, 'a bit of all right,' meaning attractive, and 'do your bit,' meaning to do your share of work or effort.