quit

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Pronunciation
/kwɪt/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Any of numerous species of small passerine birds native to tropical America.

Verb
12 definition(s)
1 Definition

To pay (a debt, fine etc.).

2 Definition

To repay (someone) for (something).

3 Definition

To repay, pay back (a good deed, injury etc.).

4 Definition

To conduct or acquit (oneself); to behave (in a specified way).

5 Definition

To carry through; to go through to the end.

6 Definition

To set at rest; to free, as from anything harmful or oppressive; to relieve; to clear; to liberate.

7 Definition

To release from obligation, accusation, penalty, etc.; to absolve; to acquit.

8 Definition

To abandon, renounce (a thing).

9 Definition

To leave (a place).

10 Definition

To resign from (a job, office, position, etc.).

Example Sentences
  • After having to work overtime without being paid, I quit my job.
11 Definition

To stop, give up (an activity) (usually + gerund or verbal noun).

Example Sentences
  • John is planning to quit smoking.
12 Definition

To close (an application).

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

(usually followed by of) Released from obligation, penalty, etc; free, clear, or rid.