bitsy

adjective

bit·​sy ˈbit-sē How to pronounce bitsy (audio)
: tiny

Examples of bitsy in a Sentence

it's just a bitsy blister, but it's right on my heel so that I feel it every time I take a step
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The University of Miami alum fronts the inaugural e-edition in an itsy bitsy gold metallic bikini, blond extensions and oversize shades, posing in front of a pool somewhere in the 305. Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 31 May 2024 The combination of subtle, creamy sweetness and crunchy, savory, bitsy morsels was delightful. The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 13 Sep. 2023 Our front-of-book opener section, made up of stories that are often bitsy and news-driven. Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2023 Julia Hobbs, senior fashion projects editor, British Vogue Who knew an itsy-bitsy skirt could be so versatile? Alexis Bennett, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2023 See all Example Sentences for bitsy 

Word History

Etymology

itsy-bitsy

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bitsy was in 1884

Dictionary Entries Near bitsy

Cite this Entry

“Bitsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bitsy. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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