bitting

Pluralbittings

1. 1
   nouncountable

   The cut, grooved part of a key that lines up the pins inside a lock so it can turn.

   Like the row of bumps and dips on a key that fits only one lock.

   The locksmith filed a new bitting so the spare key would open the front door.

   If the bitting on your key gets worn down, the lock may stop turning.

2. 2
   verb

   The -ing form of bit. Use it after am, is, are, was or were, or to name the action.

   She spent the afternoon bitting the young colt before its first ride.

   Bitting a nervous horse slowly helps it accept the mouthpiece without fear.

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3. 3
   verb

   Present participle of bitt. Use it after am, is, are, was or were, or to name the action.

   The crew was bitting the anchor cable as the ship neared the harbor.

   Bitting the heavy mooring line took two sailors working together.

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