bit

n//bɪt//

bett, bit, lite, ax, nyckelax

  1. A piece of metal placed in a horse's mouth and connected to the reins to direct the animal.

  2. (mathematics, computing) A binary digit, generally represented as a 1 or 0.

  3. (computing) The smallest unit of storage in a digital computer, consisting of a binary digit.

  4. A rotary cutting tool, fitted to a drill, brace, or router, used to bore or drill holes or to remove material from the profile of the workpiece.

  5. A small amount of something.

  6. A replaceable tip for a hand tool or power tool, comprising the portion that drives a fastener.

  7. A portion of something.

  8. The part of a key which enters the lock and acts upon the bolt and tumblers.

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