bits

[bɪts]

bits Definition

• 1. a small piece or quantity of something
• 2. the basic unit of information in computing and digital communications

Using bits: Examples

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

• Example

  He ate the last bits of his sandwich.

• Example

  Bits of paper were scattered on the floor.

• Example

  The computer stores data in bits and bytes.

• Example

  The video was streamed in bits over the internet.

bits Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bits

• fragments
• pieces
• shreds
• snippets
• bytes

Phrases with bits

• do one's bits

  to do one's part or share of work or effort

  Example

  Everyone needs to do their bits to make this project a success.

• take a bit

  to take a short break or rest

  Example

  I'm going to take a bit before starting the next task.

• a bit much

  excessive or unreasonable

  Example

  His constant complaining is a bit much for me to handle.

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Summary: bits in Brief

The term 'bits' [bɪts] refers to small pieces or quantities of something, as in 'Bits of paper were scattered on the floor.' It also refers to the basic unit of information in computing and digital communications, as in 'The computer stores data in bits and bytes.' Phrases like 'do one's bits' and 'take a bit' denote doing one's part or taking a short break, respectively.