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How to pronounce fit
Say it like this: /ˈfɪt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does fit mean?
adjSuitable; proper
“You have nothing to say about it. I'll do exactly as I see fit.”
Adapted to a purpose or environment.
“survival of the fittest”
In good shape; physically well.
“You don't have to be a good climber for Kilimanjaro, but you do have to be fit.”
verbTo be suitable for.
“It fits the purpose.”
To have sufficient space available at some location to be able to be there.
“The elevator can fit up to 10 people.”
To conform to in size and shape.
“The small shirt doesn't fit me, so I'll buy the medium size.”
nounThe degree to which something fits.
“This shirt is a bad fit.”
Conformity of elements one to another.
“It's hard to get a good fit using second-hand parts.”
The part of an object upon which anything fits tightly.
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