Mite

/maɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small arachnid that typically lives in soil or on plants and can feed on organic material or parasites.

The garden was infested with mites that were damaging the leaves.

A very small amount or something insignificant.

He didn't care a mite about what others thought of him.

A tiny creature, often referring to the small size of something.

She has a mite of a kitten that loves to play.

Middle English 'mite', possibly of Scandinavian origin.

not a mite

Not at all; not even a little.

mite of a chance

A very small chance.

tick

A parasitic arachnid that feeds on blood.

arachnid

A class of joint-legged invertebrates that includes spiders, scorpions, and mites.

A small amount of something.

He doesn’t care a mite about the whole situation.

An endearing term for someone small or delicate.

Look at that little mite running around!