noun
mite
myt
Mite (noun) means a tiny eight-legged creature related to ticks, often too small to see clearly. Example: “Dust mites can trigger allergies in sensitive people.”
noun
1
A tiny eight-legged creature related to ticks, often too small to see clearly.
"Dust mites can trigger allergies in sensitive people."
2
A very small amount or a tiny bit of something.
"He's a mite too proud for his own good."
How to use mite
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the microscopic arachnid, or an old-fashioned word meaning "a small amount."
Common pairings
dust mite
a mite annoyed
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Etymology
From Old English mīte, "tiny insect," from a root meaning "to cut" — the idea of something cut very small.
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What does “mite” mean?
The word “mite” means a tiny eight-legged creature related to ticks, often too small to see clearly. In plain terms, either the microscopic arachnid, or an old-fashioned word meaning "a small amount.".
How do you pronounce “mite”?
“Mite” is pronounced myt (/maɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “mite” in a sentence?
Here is “mite” used in a sentence: “Dust mites can trigger allergies in sensitive people.”
What part of speech is “mite”?
“Mite” is a noun.
Where does the word “mite” come from?
The word “mite” comes from Old English. From Old English mīte, "tiny insect," from a root meaning "to cut" — the idea of something cut very small.
How many meanings does “mite” have?
“Mite” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a tiny eight-legged creature related to ticks, often too small to see clearly.
