Item
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈaɪ.təm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Item is a noun meaning A distinct physical object.
Meaning
A distinct physical object.
More Meanings
- (by extension, video games) An object that can be picked up for later use.
- A line of text having a legal or other meaning; a separate particular in an account.
- (psychometrics) A question on a test, which may include its answers.
- A matter for discussion in an agenda.
- (informal) Two people who are having a romantic or sexual relationship with each other.
- A short article in a newspaper.
- (obsolete) A hint; an innuendo.
Example Sentences
the items in a bill
Jack and Jill are an item.
Tweezers are great for manipulating small items.
In response to the first item, we deny all wrongdoing.
Word Forms
- items
- iteming
- itemed
Synonyms for item
Depending on context, synonyms include article, object, thing, subject, topic, couple.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include point, particular, token, detail, object, thing.
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