Bit
/bɪt/
noun
A piece of metal placed in a horse's mouth and connected to the reins to direct the animal.
“A horse hates having a bit put in its mouth.”
A rotary cutting tool fitted to a drill, used to bore holes.
A coin of a specified value.
“a threepenny bit”
Synonyms: coin, piece, kimberwicke, pelham, snaffle, portion, segment, share
verb
To put a bridle upon; to put the bit in the mouth of (a horse).