Smit
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /smɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Smit is a noun meaning (transitive, UK, obsolete, dialect) To infect.
Meaning
(transitive, UK, obsolete, dialect) To infect.
More Meanings
- (UK, obsolete, dialect) An infection.
- (UK, obsolete, dialect) A stain.
- Alternative spelling of smitt.
- (obsolete, rare) simple past and past participle of smite
Example Sentences
smit with the beauty of so fair a scene
Ne yeelded foote, ne once abacke did flit, But, being doubly smitten, likewise doubly smit
Gray not only saved his money, but being suddenly smit with the desire to rise, also studied his profession, and he is now mate and part owner of a fine full-rigged ship, married besides, and the father of a family.
Word Forms
- smits
- smitting
- smitted
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include smith, smittle, touch, toswap, snithe, catch.
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