bit

pluralbits

conjugation bitting - bitted - bitted

noun: a small piece, part, or quantity of something
- She broke off a bit of chocolate and gave it to me.
noun: a binary digit, the basic unit of information in computing, represented as either 0 or 1
- The computer stores data as a series of bits.
noun: the cutting part of a drill or other tool
- I need a new drill bit for this project.
noun: a short scene or piece of comedy in a performance
- The comedian's opening bit had the audience roaring with laughter.
noun: a short, brief period of time
- I'll be back in a bit.
adverb: to a small extent; somewhat
- I'm feeling a bit tired today.