26984 words

fits

35 definitions • 65 examples
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to be the right size or shape to go into a particular space:

Examples:

I want to put this box under the bed, but it won't fit.
fit into I don't think another desk will fit into this classroom.
fit in My car's too big to fit in this space.
fit through Our new sofa doesn't fit through the door.
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If you can fit something or someone somewhere, you can put them there because there is enough space:

Examples:

fit someone/something in something I'd love to come, if you can fit another passenger in your car.
fit someone/something into something We can't fit that sofa into our living room.
fit someone/something on something I can't buy any more books — I can't fit them on the shelf.
Maybe you could fit those suitcases under the bed?
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If something fits, or fits you, it is the right size and shape for your body:

Examples:

She tried on the shoes but they didn't fit.
I prefer the longer trousers — they fit better.
That jacket fits you perfectly.
I'm pregnant and none of my clothes fit me any more.
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to fit very well:

Examples:

The dress fits like a glove.
The specially-made panels fit like a glove over the front side of the fuel tank.
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to be suitable for something:

Examples:

With her qualifications, she should fit the job perfectly.
Let the punishment fit the crime.
I'm sure we'll have something to fit your requirements.
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to provide something and put it in the correct position:

Examples:

We're having a new bathroom suite fitted this weekend.
All the carpets we sell are fitted free.
fit someone with something She's been fitted with an artificial leg.
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Examples:

keep fit I jog to keep fit.
You need to be very fit to hike the Inca Trail.
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Examples:

fit for She's not fit for the level of responsibility she's been given.
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to not be able to do something because you are upset, ill, drunk, etc.:

Examples:

He's very upset and is in no fit state to drive.
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safe for people to eat:

Examples:

The oils need to be processed before they are fit for human consumption.
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to consider an action or decision to be correct for the situation:

Examples:

Just do whatever you think fit - I'm sure you'll make the right decision.
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Examples:

I met this really fit bloke in a club last night.
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a sudden attack of illness when someone cannot control their movements and becomes unconscious:

Examples:

have a fit He had a fit at work and collapsed.
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a sudden, uncontrolled period of doing something or feeling something:

Examples:

in a fit of She hit him in a fit of anger.
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the way that something fits:

Examples:

These shoes are a perfect fit.
The trousers were a good fit but the jacket was too small.
fit of Check the fit of the pieces before gluing them in place.
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to be the right size or shape for someone or something:

Examples:

[ T ] The jacket fits you perfectly.
[ I ] The refrigerator won’t fit in our kitchen.
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to be suitable for someone or something:

Examples:

The job fits him well.
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in good health, esp. as a result of exercise; strong:

Examples:

You look fit.
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suitable for someone or something:

Examples:

She’s not fit to be treasurer.
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a sudden, brief period when something happens that is beyond your control:

Examples:

Epilepsy can cause severe fits (= sudden muscle movements that you cannot control).
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A fit can be a feeling or expression of great anger:

Examples:

Your mother will have/throw a fit when she sees this mess.
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the right size or shape for someone or something:

Examples:

These shoes are a perfect/terrible fit.
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to be the right size or shape for someone or something:

Examples:

Their trained staff can take one look at your figure and tell you which brand of jeans is most likely to fit you.
fit in/into The device is small enough to fit into a shirt pocket.
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to add a piece of equipment to something else:

Examples:

Some insurance firms offer lower premiums to people who fit security locks and alarms.
fit sth on/onto/to sth You can claim money for having solar cells fitted on your home.
fit sth with sth The vehicle may be fitted with a satellite tracking system.
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to be suitable for someone or something:

Examples:

You adjust your strategy to fit the business realities.
Her new role fits her well.
What alternatives fit the needs of the corporation and provide the best solution?
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if two or more things fit, or if one thing fits with another, they suit each other well:

Examples:

fit together The organization and the people must fit together.
fit with sth We select individuals who are most likely to fit with the firm's culture.
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to make someone or something suitable for something:

Examples:

fit sb/sth for sth How do you think your career to date has fitted you for this particular job?
fit sb/sth to do sth Academic qualifications alone do not fit a person to become a good manager.
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to be suitable for a particular purpose:

Examples:

Some travel policies don't fit the bill, because they limit the amount of time you can spend abroad.
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the way in which two or more things suit each other or work together:

Examples:

The two banks are a perfect fit.
a fit with sth This role is a great fit with my experience in Asia.
a fit between sth and sth There must be a fit between the environment and the organization.
a fit for sth A financial product must be a good fit for the client's particular needs and aspirations.
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the way that something such as a piece of clothing fits:

Examples:

Testers loved the comfortable fit of the armholes.
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Examples:

be fit for sth The Seller gives no undertaking that the goods are fit for any particular purpose.
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of a good enough quality to be eaten by people:
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if something is fit for purpose, it does what it is intended to do:

Examples:

I have spent a lot of my time making this organization fit for purpose.

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