fit
noun
Definitions of fit noun
illness
- Countable
a sudden, uncontrollable attack of illness, often involving a loss of consciousness and uncontrolled movements.
He experienced a sudden epileptic fit.
She had a fit and fainted at the sight of the gruesome scene.
I worry he might have a fit from the rage.
short period
- Countable
a sudden, intense, and often uncontrolled burst of an activity or emotion.
He startled us with a sudden fit of laughter.
She was caught in a fit of sobbing and couldn't stop.
In a fit of extreme disappointment, he began a fit of smashing things.
correct size
- Singular
the way in which something, such as a piece of clothing or an object, fits; the degree to which something is suitable or compatible.
This hat is a perfect fit for me.
I need to find a piece with the perfect fit for this jigsaw puzzle.
The fit of this shirt is not right.
verb
Definitions of fit verb
correct size
- B1TransitiveIntransitive
to be of the correct size and shape; to be able to go into a specific space.
These shoes fit comfortably.
The coat fits me exceptionally well.
The box doesn't fit in the trunk of the car.
be suitable
- C1Transitive
to be suitable or appropriate for a particular purpose, job, or situation.
His qualifications fit this job perfectly.
The project fits with the company's overall goals.
This film is not fit for young audiences.
put in position
- B2Transitive
to install or fix something into a particular position or place.
They fitted new cabinets in the kitchen.
The car is fitted with the latest safety system.
They need to fit a new lock to this window.
illness
- Intransitive
to have a sudden attack of uncontrolled movements.
adjective
Definitions of fit adjective
healthy
- A2
in good physical condition; healthy and strong, often due to regular exercise.
She exercises daily to keep fit.
He needs to be very fit to handle this job.
She needs to get fitter for the competition.
suitable
- C1
suitable or appropriate for a specific purpose or situation; in a state of preparedness or readiness.
He is not fit to be in a leadership role.
These documents are not fit for use in court.
This room isn't really fit for purpose as a conference room.
attractive
- slang
attractive in a sexual way.
She looked really fit in that dress.
He thought she looked very fit.
They are both really fit people.
Phrases of fit adjective
- fit for human consumption
Suitable and safe for people to eat; not harmful to human health.
• These oils need to be processed before they are fit for human consumption.
- be in no fit state to do something
To be unable to do something due to being upset, ill, intoxicated, or otherwise not in a suitable condition.
• He was drunk last night and is in no fit state to drive now.
- fit for purpose
Suitable or appropriate for a particular task or purpose; fulfilling its intended function.
• The old car, while cheap, is no longer fit for purpose for long journeys.
- see/think fit
To deem an action or decision suitable or appropriate for a particular situation.
• Proceed in whatever way you see fit; I trust that you will make the correct judgment.
Idioms
- fit the bill
To be suitable or appropriate for a specific purpose or need.
• This report fits the bill perfectly for our project's requirements.
- fit to drop
To be extremely exhausted, to the point of collapsing.
• After a full day of work, he was fit to drop.
- fit to be tied
Describes a state of being extremely angry; furious.
• When he discovered his car had been scratched, he was fit to be tied.
- fit to burst
Used to describe a person who is overwhelmed by a strong emotion or feeling to the point of being unable to contain it.
• She was fit to burst with joy after hearing the good news.
- if the cap fits (wear it)
This idiom is used to indicate that if a criticism or accusation is applicable to someone, then that person should accept it.
• "If the cap fits, wear it," she remarked, implying he was being overly sensitive to the accusation.
- be (as) fit as a fiddle
To be in excellent physical condition; very healthy and strong.
• He's been as fit as a fiddle ever since he started running every day.
- have/throw a fit
To react with extreme anger or distress, often involving shouting or uncontrolled behavior.
• He threw a fit when he discovered his car had been scratched.
- in fits of laughter
Experiencing uncontrollable bursts of laughter due to something amusing.
• The clown's antics had the audience in fits of laughter.
- in/by fits and starts
Occurring intermittently; characterized by irregular starts and stops.
• Their progress on the project has been in fits and starts, making it difficult to predict.
Phrasal Verbs of fit
- fit in
to have a sense of belonging to a specific group and to be welcomed by its members.
• She quickly fit in with her new social circle, feeling welcomed by everyone.
- fit in with something
When two activities or events align harmoniously, they occur simultaneously in a manner that is convenient.
• The timing of the event fits in with the schedule of the meeting perfectly.
- fit something up
to furnish a room or building with the necessary items
• They fitted up the apartment beautifully, ensuring each room had comfortable furnishings.
- fit something out
to equip someone or something with all the necessary items.
• We need to fit the new office out with all the necessary items, including desks, chairs, and computers.
- fit someone/something in
to schedule a time to address or manage something or to meet someone.
• I need to fit a meeting in next week to see if we can find time to meet.
- fit someone up
to falsely incriminate someone or make them seem culpable
• He planned to fit his rival up, trying to convince the police that he had committed the crime.