Bit

/bɪt/

noun

  1. 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.

  2. A rotary cutting tool fitted to a drill, used to bore holes.

  3. A coin of a specified value.

    a threepenny bit

Synonyms: coin, piece, kimberwicke, pelham, snaffle, portion, segment, share

verb

  1. To put a bridle upon; to put the bit in the mouth of (a horse).

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