(computing) The architecture of a computer system or program in terms of how many bits (binary digits) compose the basic values it can evaluate.

plural of bitness

A small amount at a time

(cycling) Riding in a paceline.

(transitive) To put a bridle upon; to put the bit in the mouth of (a horse).

(chiefly in combination) Having been bitten.

(mathematics, computing) A binary digit, generally represented as a 1 or 0. / (computing) The smallest unit of storage in a digital computer, consisting of a binary digit.

simple past tense of bite / (informal in US, archaic in UK) past participle of bite, bitten

A piece of metal placed in a horse's mouth and connected to the reins to direct the animal. / A rotary cutting tool fitted to a drill, used to bore holes. / (dated, Britain) A coin of a specified value.

(informal) To a small extent; in a small amount. / (informal) Slightly; rather. / (UK, meiosis) Very. / (UK, meiosis) A lot.