Item Definition & Meaning
item
- adverb
- (used when listing or enumerating items) also; "a length of chain, item a hook"-Philip Guedalla
- noun
- a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list; "he noticed an item in the New York Times"; "she had several items on her shopping list"; "the main point on the agenda was taken up first"
- a small part that can be considered separately from the whole; "it was perfect in all details"
- a whole individual unit; especially when included in a list or collection; "they reduced the price on many items"
- an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole; "several of the details are similar"; "a point of information"
- an individual instance of a type of symbol; "the word`error' contains three tokens of `r'"
"Item" in song lyrics
See how item is used in real songs:
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"Now how we 'sposed to really carry on as a item"
Consequence f/ John Legend — Feel This Way -
"If you got more baggage than a carry-on item"
Consequence f/ John Legend — Feel This Way -
"Sister girl's eye is on, buying the next item"
Da T.R.U.T.H. — Civilian
Words that rhyme with item
Usage tips for "item"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "item" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for item to find words that pair well.