Meaning of the word nit in English
What does nit mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
nit
US /nɪt/
UK /nɪt/
Noun
1.
the egg of a louse or other parasitic insect, typically found attached to hair or clothing
Example:
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The child's hair was full of nits.
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She carefully combed out the nits from her daughter's hair.
2.
(informal) a foolish or stupid person
Example:
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He's such a nit for forgetting his wallet again.
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Don't be a nit, think before you act.