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mite

[maɪt]

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!

  • Example

    The dog had a mite infestation.

  • Example

    Mites can cause skin irritation in humans.

  • Example

    The plant was infested with spider mites.

mite Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mite

Phrases with mite

  • a mite of

    a small amount of something

    Example

    He added a mite of salt to the soup.

  • not at all

    Example

    I'm not a mite interested in that movie.

  • slightly too much or too little

    Example

    The soup is a mite too salty for my taste.

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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.