fit is the dictionary form of fits Definition of fit
fit has definitions from the field of medicine
1
[ verb ] be agreeable or acceptable to

Synonyms

suit accommodate

Examples

"This suits my needs"

2
[ verb ] be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired

Synonyms

go

Examples

"This skirt won't go around your waist"

3
[ verb ] satisfy a condition or restriction

Synonyms

meet conform_to

Examples

"Does this paper meet the requirements for the degree?"

4
[ verb ] make fit

Examples

"fit a dress" "He fitted other pieces of paper to his cut-out"

5
[ verb ] insert or adjust several objects or people

Examples

"Can you fit the toy into the box?" "This man can't fit himself into our work environment"

6
[ adjective ] meeting adequate standards for a purpose

Synonyms

fit_to fit_for

Examples

"a fit subject for discussion" "it is fit and proper that you be there" "water fit to drink" "fit for duty" "do as you see fit to"

7
[ verb ] be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics

Examples

"The two stories don't agree in many details" "The handwriting checks with the signature on the check" "The suspect's fingerprints don't match those on the gun"

8
[ adjective ] (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed

Synonyms

set primed

Examples

"in no fit state to continue" "fit to drop" "laughing fit to burst" "she was fit to scream" "primed for a fight" "we are set to go at any time"

9
[ noun ] a display of bad temper

Examples

"he had a fit" "she threw a tantrum" "he made a scene"

10
[ adjective ] (medicine) physically and mentally sound or healthy

Synonyms

healthy

Examples

"felt relaxed and fit after their holiday" "keeps fit with diet and exercise"

11
[ noun ] the manner in which something fits

Examples

"I admired the fit of her coat"

12
[ noun ] (medicine) a sudden uncontrollable attack

Synonyms

paroxysm convulsion

Examples

"a paroxysm of giggling" "a fit of coughing" "convulsions of laughter"

13
[ verb ] provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose

Synonyms

equip fit_out outfit

Examples

"The expedition was equipped with proper clothing, food, and other necessities"

14
[ verb ] conform to some shape or size

Examples

"How does this shirt fit?"

15
[ verb ] make correspond or harmonize

Synonyms

match

Examples

"Match my sweater"

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[ noun ] a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason)

Synonyms

burst

Examples

"a burst of applause" "a fit of housecleaning"

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