bitt
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /bɪt/
KK: /bɪt/
noun
Definition
A vertical post on a ship's deck used to hold ropes or cables securely in place.
Example
The crew tied the boat to the bitt to keep it steady at the dock.
Conversation
Have you ever seen the bitt on a sailing ship?
Yeah, it's really interesting how they use it to secure the ropes.
I read that it's essential for keeping everything stable during a storm.
Absolutely! Without the bitt, things could get really chaotic.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
post
pillar
stanchion
Antonyms
loose
unfastened
detached
transitive verb
Definition
To wind a rope or cable around a post or fitting on a ship.
Example
The sailor used the bitt to secure the rope tightly.
Tense Forms
Past: bitted
Past Participle: bitted
Conversation
Did you see how they bitt the rope around the post?
Yeah, it looked really secure!
I think that's a good technique for keeping everything in place.
Root Explanation
The word 'bitt' originates from Old English 'bytt', meaning a small piece or morsel. It refers specifically to a small quantity or portion of something.
Memory Tip
Think of a small 'piece' or 'morsel' when you hear 'bitt', as it directly relates to a small amount.
Visually Confused Words
bit
unbitt