fit

A2
Pronunciation
/fɪt/
Noun
11 definition(s)
1 Definition

The degree to which something fits.

Example Sentences
  • Since he put on weight, his jeans have been a tight fit.
2 Definition

Conformity of elements one to another.

Example Sentences
  • It's hard to get a good fit using second-hand parts.
3 Definition

The part of an object upon which anything fits tightly.

4 Definition

Measure of how well a particular commercial execution captures the character or values of a brand.

Example Sentences
  • The Wonder Bread advertising research results showed the “White Picket Fence” commercial had strong fit ratings.
5 Definition

Goodness of fit.

6 Definition

The quality of a partnership's combined holding of cards in a suit, particularly of trump.

Example Sentences
  • During the auction, it is often a partnership's goal to find an eight-card major suit fit.
7 Definition

A section of a poem or ballad.

8 Definition

A seizure or convulsion.

Example Sentences
  • My grandfather died after having a fit.
9 Definition

A sudden and vigorous appearance of a symptom over a short period of time.

10 Definition

A sudden outburst of emotion.

Synonyms
blowout hissy moment spell tantrum
Example Sentences
  • He had a laughing fit which lasted more than ten minutes.
11 Definition

A sudden burst (of an activity).

Synonyms
flurry frenzy paroxysm
Verb
13 definition(s)
1 Definition

To be suitable for.

Example Sentences
  • It fits the purpose.
2 Definition

To conform to in size and shape.

Example Sentences
  • If I lose a few kilos, the gorgeous wedding dress might fit me.
3 Definition

To be of the right size and shape

Example Sentences
  • I wanted to borrow my little sister's jeans, but they didn't fit.
4 Definition

(with to) To make conform in size and shape.

Example Sentences
  • I want to fit the drapes to the windows.
5 Definition

To be in agreement with.

Example Sentences
  • These definitions fit most of the usage.
6 Definition

To adjust.

Example Sentences
  • The regression program fit a line to the data.
7 Definition

To attach, especially when requiring exact positioning or sizing.

8 Definition

To equip or supply.

Example Sentences
  • The chandler will fit us with provisions for a month.
9 Definition

To make ready.

Example Sentences
  • I'm fitting the ship for a summer sail home.
10 Definition

To be seemly.

11 Definition

To be proper or becoming.

12 Definition

To be in harmony.

Example Sentences
  • The paint, the fabrics, the rugs all fit.
13 Definition

To suffer a fit.

Adjective
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

Suitable, proper.

Example Sentences
  • You have nothing to say about it. I'll do exactly as I see fit.
2 Definition

Adapted to a purpose or environment.

Example Sentences
  • survival of the fittest
3 Definition

In good shape; physically well.

Example Sentences
  • You don't have to be a good climber for Kilimanjaro, but you do have to be fit.
4 Definition

Sexually attractive; good-looking; fanciable.

Example Sentences
  • I think the girl working in the office is fit.
5 Definition

Prepared; ready.