nit
0 antonyms and opposites of nit, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The tiny egg of a louse, or the young louse itself, often found stuck to hair.
How to use nit
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English hnitu, a very old Germanic word for a louse egg, tracing back to a Proto-Indo-European root also seen in Ancient Greek konis.
Full origin of nit →Frequently asked questions
What does “nit” mean?
The word “nit” means the tiny egg of a louse, or the young louse itself, often found stuck to hair. In plain terms, most often the tiny egg of a louse, but casually it also means a small, nitpicky flaw.
How do you pronounce “nit”?
“Nit” is pronounced niht (/nɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “nit” in a sentence?
Here is “nit” used in a sentence: “The school nurse checked every child's scalp for nits.”
What is another word for “nit”?
Words with a similar meaning to “nit” include dickies.
What part of speech is “nit”?
“Nit” is a noun.
Where does the word “nit” come from?
The word “nit” comes from Ancient Greek. From Old English hnitu, a very old Germanic word for a louse egg, tracing back to a Proto-Indo-European root also seen in Ancient Greek konis.
How many meanings does “nit” have?
“Nit” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the tiny egg of a louse, or the young louse itself, often found stuck to hair.