Fit: meaning, definitions and examples

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fit

 

[ fษชt ]

Verb / Adjective
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

exercise

To be in good physical condition as a result of exercise and proper nutrition. Being fit involves having strength, endurance, flexibility, and a healthy body composition.

Synonyms

healthy, in shape, well-conditioned

Examples of usage

  • I try to fit in a workout at the gym every morning before work.
  • Regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential to staying fit.
  • She is very fit and participates in marathons regularly.
Context #2 | Adjective

clothing

Of a suitable quality, standard, or type to meet the required purpose. Fit can also refer to clothing that is the right size and shape for someone's body.

Synonyms

appropriate, proper, suitable

Examples of usage

  • This dress is a perfect fit for the occasion.
  • The shoes fit comfortably and provide good support.
  • He needs to find a suit that fits him properly for the interview.

Translations

Translations of the word "fit" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น adequar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเคฟเคŸ เคนเฅ‹เคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช passen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ cocok

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะดั…ะพะดะธั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pasowaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅˆใ†

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท s'adapter

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ajustar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท uymak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งž๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชู„ุงุกู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sedฤ›t

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sedieลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้€‚ๅˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prilegati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ passa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัำ™ะนะบะตั ะฑะพะปัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ”แƒกแƒแƒคแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uyฤŸun gษ™lmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ajustar

Etymology

The word 'fit' originated from Old English 'fitt', meaning 'a conflict or struggle'. Over time, its meaning evolved to include 'suitable, proper, or in good physical condition'. The modern usage of 'fit' as being in good shape or matching perfectly emerged in the late Middle English period.

See also: fitness, fitter, fitting, fittingly, fittingness, misfit, outfitting, unfit, unfitness, unfitting.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,474, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.