fitting
|fit/ting|
B1
/ˈfɪtɪŋ/
(fit)
appropriate or suitable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fitting' originates from the Old English word 'fittan,' which meant 'to struggle or contend.'
Historical Evolution
'fittan' transformed into the Middle English word 'fitten,' and eventually became the modern English word 'fit.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to struggle or contend,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'appropriate or suitable.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small part or accessory that is used to complete or enhance a larger object or system.
The plumber installed new fittings in the bathroom.
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Adjective 1
appropriate or suitable for a particular purpose or occasion.
It was a fitting tribute to a great leader.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35