Git
/ɡɪt/
Meaning & Definition
informal noun
A foolish or worthless person.
Don't be such a git, just admit that you were wrong.
A person who is annoying or unpleasant.
That git cut me off in traffic without signaling.
An incompetent or foolish person, often used in a light-hearted way.
I can’t believe I dropped my phone again, I’m such a git!
verb
To be obnoxious to someone; to behave badly.
Stop gitting around and get to work!
Etymology
Origin unknown; possibly from British slang, dating back to the early 20th century.
Common Phrases and Expressions
don't be a git
A phrase used to tell someone not to behave foolishly.
what a git!
An expression used to express disdain towards someone.
you little git
A term used affectionately or annoyingly towards someone for their behavior.
Related Words
gittish
Pertaining to someone behaving foolishly.
gits
Plural of git, refers to multiple contemptible individuals.
Slang Meanings
A term used to denote someone annoying.
He's being such a git lately, always interrupting.
Used among friends as a playful insult.
You're a right git for making me laugh at that joke!