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单词 fittings
释义

fitting

1 of 2

adjective

fit·​ting ˈfi-tiŋ How to pronounce fitting (audio)
: of a kind appropriate to the situation : suitable
fittingly
ˈfi-tiŋ-lē How to pronounce fitting (audio)
adverb
fittingness noun

fitting

2 of 2

noun

1
: an action or act of one that fits
specifically : a trying on of clothes which are in the process of being made or altered
2
: something used in fitting up : accessory
3
: a small often standardized part
an electrical fitting

Synonyms

Adjective

  • applicable
  • appropriate
  • apt
  • becoming
  • befitting
  • felicitous
  • fit
  • fitted
  • good
  • happy
  • meet
  • pretty
  • proper
  • right
  • suitable
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Example Sentences

Adjective It was a fitting end to their rivalry. it is only fitting that you should be the one to take her back to the airport since she flew out to see you Noun I have a fitting for my wedding dress this afternoon.
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
This is fitting: the stories specialize in intimate hurt, the kind that passes between those who might have a reason for solidarity. Katy Waldman, The New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2022 This is fitting, however, as the new moon in Virgo — which arrives on Saturday, August 27, 2022 — falls under a strong yet low-key sign of the zodiac. Emily Newhouse, Allure, 26 Aug. 2022 And probably also, their songs, mood-wise, is something that's very fitting for a show like this. Nick Romano, EW.com, 17 Aug. 2022 The lyrics are also very fitting to describe such kind of story. Jeff Benjamin, Billboard, 11 Aug. 2022 The location was fitting—the brand opened its first boutique on Madison Avenue in 1931 after spending the ’20s at 778 Sixth Avenue and later on 1066 Sixth Avenue. Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 26 July 2022 This dichotomy is quite fitting, because at its heart VW is a bipolar company: it both longs for internal harmony while being notorious for generating the most drama of all German corporations. Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 25 July 2022 The title of his memoir was fitting: Burn Rate: Launching a Startup and Losing My Mind. Omaid Homayun, Forbes, 24 July 2022 What privilege you are given depends greatly on what the IRS thinks is more fitting for your situation. Laxmi Corp, The Salt Lake Tribune, 18 July 2022
Noun
His pieces usually take about four weeks, and at least one fitting, to create. Jamie Waters, WSJ, 17 Sep. 2022 However, if the leak is in the hose itself, consider cutting off the rupture and installing a hose repair fitting. Rennie Dyball, Peoplemag, 6 Sep. 2022 The leak seems to stem from a seal in the 8-inch quick disconnect, a fitting used for the liquid hydrogen supply line from the ground system. WIRED, 5 Sep. 2022 Engineers were finally able to fully load the core stage on June 20, but only after a leaking quick-disconnect fitting was isolated that prevented the flow of hydrogen coolant to the core stage engines — a requirement for an actual launch. William Harwood, CBS News, 30 Aug. 2022 During Friday’s fitting, Marty spoke to the Glenelg team about Jordan’s death and the dangers associated with pushing your body too far. Ethan Ehrenhaft, Baltimore Sun, 24 Aug. 2022 Hearing aids have long required professional fitting from an audiologist and an out-of-pocket investment of several thousand dollars, creating a barrier for many patients. Julie Jargon, WSJ, 20 Aug. 2022 The change eliminates the requirement to see an audiologist for a hearing examination and fitting, a process rarely covered by insurance. Christina Jewett, BostonGlobe.com, 16 Aug. 2022 The price of standard hearing aids, which often includes a consultation with an audiologist and a fitting, can cost as much as $7,000 per pair without insurance, according to the National Council on Aging, an advocacy group. Berkeley Lovelace Jr., NBC News, 16 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1607, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

fitting 1 of 2

adjective

fit·​ting
ˈfi-tiŋ
: appropriate entry 1, suitable
a fitting memorial

fitting

2 of 2

noun

: a small part that goes with something larger
a pipe fitting

fittings

plural noun

as in accessories

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • accessories
  • equipment
  • appurtenances
  • hardware
  • attachments
  • apparatus
  • facilities
  • appliances
  • materiel
  • gear
  • matériel
  • kit
  • paraphernalia
  • machinery
  • belongings
  • baggage
  • impedimenta
  • tackle
  • tools
  • attire
  • apparel
  • stuff
  • material(s)
  • instruments
  • trappings
  • outfit
  • resources
  • accoutrement
  • accouterment
  • raiment
  • habiliments
  • assets
  • battery
  • armory
  • arsenal
  • armamentarium
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