Dictionary definition · fit
noun
- a display of bad temper"he had a fit"
- a sudden uncontrollable attack"a paroxysm of giggling"
- the manner in which something fits"I admired the fit of her coat"
- a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason)"a burst of applause"
verb
- be agreeable or acceptable to"This suits my needs"
- be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired"This piece won't fit into the puzzle"
- make fit"fit a dress"
- insert or adjust several objects or people"Can you fit the toy into the box?"
- be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics"The two stories don't agree in many details"
adjective
- meeting adequate standards for a purpose"a fit subject for discussion"
- (usually followed by ‘to’ or ‘for’) on the point of or strongly disposed"in no fit state to continue"
- physically and mentally sound or healthy"felt relaxed and fit after their holiday"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).