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fitting

Definition

  • noun: the act of putting on clothes to see if they fit properly
  • noun: an action or act of one that fits
  • adjective: of a kind that is appropriate for the situation or purpose
  • adjective: of a kind appropriate to the situation
  • usually plural
  • synonyms: suitable, fit, appropriate

Examples

  • It seemed only 'fitting' [='proper, right'] that she should win her final tournament.

  • pants that 'fit' tightly/loosely = tight-'fitting'/loose-'fitting' pants

  • I have a 'fitting' for my wedding dress this afternoon.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) where they won't see you. Shit. Stay down. Stay down. You're not allowed to be here. They called me back. I got a fitting. He's with me. You don't need me. Shut up. Get in. Oh, my God. (..)
    1997 The Game