sit

A1
Pronunciation
/sɪt/
/sɪt/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Subsidence of the roof of a coal mine.

2 Definition

An event, usually lasting one full day or more, where the primary goal is to sit in meditation.

3 Definition

Short for situation.

Verb
16 definition(s)
1 Definition

(of a person) To be in a position in which the upper body is upright and supported by the buttocks.

Example Sentences
  • After a long day of walking, it was good just to sit and relax.
2 Definition

(of a person) To move oneself into such a position.

Example Sentences
  • I asked him to sit.
3 Definition

(of an object) To occupy a given position permanently.

Example Sentences
  • The temple has sat atop that hill for centuries.
4 Definition

To remain in a state of repose; to rest; to abide; to rest in any position or condition.

5 Definition

To be a member of a deliberative body.

Example Sentences
  • I currently sit on a standards committee.
6 Definition

Of a legislative or, especially, a judicial body such as a court, to be in session.

Example Sentences
  • In what city is the circuit court sitting for this session.
7 Definition

To lie, rest, or bear; to press or weigh.

8 Definition

To be adjusted; to fit.

Example Sentences
  • Your new coat sits well.
9 Definition

(of an agreement or arrangement) To be accepted or acceptable; to work.

Example Sentences
  • How will this new contract sit with the workers?
10 Definition

(causative) To cause to be seated or in a sitting posture; to furnish a seat to.

Example Sentences
  • Sit him in front of the TV and he might watch for hours.
11 Definition

To accommodate in seats; to seat.

Example Sentences
  • The dining room table sits eight comfortably.
12 Definition

To babysit.

Example Sentences
  • I need to find someone to sit my kids on Friday evening for four hours.
13 Definition

To take, to undergo or complete (an examination or test).

14 Definition

To cover and warm eggs for hatching, as a fowl; to brood; to incubate.

15 Definition

To take a position for the purpose of having some artistic representation of oneself made, such as a picture or a bust.

Example Sentences
  • I'm sitting for a painter this evening.
16 Definition

To have position, as at the point blown from; to hold a relative position; to have direction.