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bit2 noun 1 a small metal bar which a horse holds in its mouth as part of the bridle with which it is controlled. 2 (also drill bit) a tool with a cutting edge, which can be fitted into a drill and turned at high speed. See also brace and bit. 3 the part of a key which connects with the lever in a lock. champ at the bit see under champ1. take or get the bit between one's teeth to act decisively and with determination; to occupy or interest oneself keenly in something.
ETYMOLOGY: 14c: from Anglo-Saxon bite an act of biting.
bit2 noun 1 a small metal bar which a horse holds in its mouth as part of the bridle with which it is controlled. 2 (also drill bit) a tool with a cutting edge, which can be fitted into a drill and turned at high speed. See also brace and bit. 3 the part of a key which connects with the lever in a lock. champ at the bit see under champ1. take or get the bit between one's teeth to act decisively and with determination; to occupy or interest oneself keenly in something.
ETYMOLOGY: 14c: from Anglo-Saxon bite an act of biting.
bit2 noun 1 a small metal bar which a horse holds in its mouth as part of the bridle with which it is controlled. 2 (also drill bit) a tool with a cutting edge, which can be fitted into a drill and turned at high speed. See also brace and bit. 3 the part of a key which connects with the lever in a lock. champ at the bit see under champ1. take or get the bit between one's teeth to act decisively and with determination; to occupy or interest oneself keenly in something.
ETYMOLOGY: 14c: from Anglo-Saxon bite an act of biting.
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