Fitting - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈfɪtɪŋ|  American pronunciation of the word fitting
Brit.  |ˈfɪtɪŋ|  British pronunciation of the word fitting
- this word is used as a present participle form of the verb 'to be' to fit

noun

- making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances (syn: accommodation, adjustment)
- a small and often standardized accessory to a larger system
- (usually in the plural) furnishings and equipment (especially for a ship or hotel) (syn: appointment)
- putting clothes on to see whether they fit (syn: try-on)

adjective

- in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion (syn: decent)
We have come to dedicate a portion of that field...It is altogether fitting and proper that we should do this
- being precisely fitting and right (syn: meet)

Extra examples

It was a fitting end to their rivalry.

...it is only fitting that you should be the one to take her back to the airport since she flew out to see you...

I have a fitting for my wedding dress this afternoon.

I thought the memorial was a fitting tribute to the President.

It is only fitting that Simon propose the first toast tonight.

We have come to dedicate a portion of that field...It is altogether fitting and proper that we should do this

...I deem it fitting that we mark this solemn occasion with a day of prayer and thanksgiving....

She went to wardrobe for her fitting.

The patient was fitting.

Fitting continued for more than 5 minutes.

Socks that are too tight can cause as much harm as badly fitting shoes.

Badly fitting shoes are bound to rub.

Word forms

noun
singular: fitting
plural: fittings
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