bit
/ˈbɪt/ noun C2- A binary digit, generally represented as a 1 or 0.
- The smallest unit of storage in a digital computer, consisting of a binary digit.
- Any datum that may take on one of exactly two values. · status bits on IRC· permission bits in a file system
- A unit of measure for information entropy.
- A microbitcoin, or a millionth of a bitcoin (0.000001 BTC).
Plural bits
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The Serpent, turning about, bit the Crow with a mortal wound.
The man replied that if the Horse would receive a bit in his mouth and agree to carry him, he would contrive effective weapons against the Stag.
“Then, if you don’t mind, I’ll go with you,” said the Lion, “for my life is simply unbearable without a bit of courage.”
A FLY bit the bare head of a Bald Man who, endeavoring to destroy it, gave himself a heavy slap.
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