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fitter

|fit-ter|

B2

🇺🇸

/ˈfɪtər/

🇬🇧

/ˈfɪtə/

(fit)

appropriate or suitable

Base FormPluralPluralPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleComparativeSuperlativeNounAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjectiveAdjective
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'fitter' originates from the Old English word 'fittan', meaning 'to fit or adapt'.

Historical Evolution

'fittan' evolved into the Middle English word 'fitten', eventually becoming the modern English word 'fit'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to make suitable or adapt', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who fits or assembles parts'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who fits or assembles parts together, especially in a mechanical or technical context.

The fitter assembled the engine parts with precision.

Synonyms

Adjective 1

comparative form of 'fit', meaning more physically healthy or in better shape.

After months of training, she felt fitter than ever.

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Last updated: 2025/06/09 07:35