dite Meaning & Definition
What Does Dite Mean?
As a verb, dite means To prepare for use or action; to make ready. As a noun, it means A trifling quantity or amount.
Dite in Brief
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //daɪt// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | dites |
| Verb forms | dites, diting, dited |
Dite Definition (Verb)
- To prepare for use or action; to make ready.
Dite as a Noun
- A trifling quantity or amount.
A “dite” is a Maine measurement, somewhere between a smidge and a bit.
Synonyms of Dite
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Dite synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Dite
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Dite in a Sentence
A “dite” is a Maine measurement, somewhere between a smidge and a bit.
Word Forms & Grammar
dite (third-person singular simple present dites, present participle diting, simple past and past participle dited)
dite (plural dites)
Origin of Dite
Origin 1: See dight.
Origin 2: Variant of doit.[1]
Pronouncing Dite
The standard pronunciation of dite is //daɪt//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Dite
Is dite a verb or a noun?
Dite is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is the plural of dite?
The plural of dite is dites.
What is the past tense of dite?
The past tense of dite is dited. The present participle is diting.