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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

mite

/maɪt/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does mite mean?

noun, verb

A small insect, especially one that is parasitic on animals or plants. To remove or scrape off something, especially with a small tool.

Example

"A tiny mite crawled across the kitchen counter, and I had to use a mite of soap to clean the stubborn stain."

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