kit

A2
Pronunciation
/kɪt/
Noun
15 definition(s)
1 Definition

A circular wooden vessel, made of hooped staves.

2 Definition

A kind of basket made especially from straw of rushes, especially for holding fish; by extension, the contents of such a basket or similar container, used as a measure of weight.

Example Sentences
  • 1961 18 Jan, Guardian (cited after OED):
3 Definition

A collection of items forming the equipment of a soldier, carried in a knapsack.

4 Definition

Any collection of items needed for a specific purpose, especially for use by a workman, or personal effects packed for travelling.

Example Sentences
  • Always carry a good first-aid kit.
5 Definition

A collection of parts sold for the buyer to assemble.

Example Sentences
  • I built the entire car from a kit.
6 Definition

The set of skills and abilities chosen for a playable character.

7 Definition

The standard set of clothing, accessories and equipment worn by players.

8 Definition

Clothing.

Example Sentences
  • Get your kit off and come to bed.
9 Definition

A full software distribution, as opposed to a patch or upgrade.

10 Definition

A drum kit.

11 Definition

A kitten (young cat).

12 Definition

A kit fox.

13 Definition

A young skunk.

14 Definition

A very small long-necked violin that came in a variety of shapes and configurations, meant to be carried in a pocket and intended for instructors (dancing masters) to carry to accompany their students.

15 Definition

A school of pigeons, especially domesticated, trained pigeons.

Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To assemble or collect something into kits or sets or to give somebody a kit. See also kit out and other derived phrases.

Example Sentences
  • We need to kit the parts for the assembly by Friday, so that manufacturing can build the tool.