Bit

/bˈɪt/

/ˈbɪt/

Bit

a small amount, quantity, or piece of something

synonyms : spot

a small fragment of something broken off from the whole

synonyms : chip

piece of metal held in horse's mouth by reins and used to control the horse while riding

an instance of some kind

synonyms : piece

an indefinitely short time

synonyms : minute

the cutting part of a drill; usually pointed and threaded and is replaceable in a brace or bitstock or drill press

the part of a key that enters a lock and lifts the tumblers

a short performance that is part of a longer program

synonyms : act

a small fragment

synonyms : snatch

a small amount of solid food; a mouthful

synonyms : bite

a unit of measurement of information (from binary + digit); the amount of information in a system having two equiprobable states

Examples

1. A bit of good fortune came my way.

2. My grandfather was a bit of a rough diamond.

3. The price of food and wine was a bit over the odds.

4. Our equipment is a bit behind the times.