First Known Use: before 12th century
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1nit
noun \ˈnit\
Definition of NIT
1
: the egg of a louse or other parasitic insect; also : the insect itself when young
2
: a minor shortcoming
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Origin of NIT
Middle English nite, from Old English hnitu; akin to Old High German hniz nit, Greek konid-, konis
2nit
noun
NIT
abbreviation
Definition of NIT
National Invitational Tournament
NIT Defined for Kids
nit
noun \ˈnit\
Definition of NIT for Kids
: the egg of a louse
Medical Dictionary
nit
noun \ˈnit\
Medical Definition of NIT
: the egg of a louse or other parasitic insect; also : the insect itself when young
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