item
/ˈaɪ.təm/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: items · iteming · itemed
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A distinct physical object.
Noun
Examples
Tweezers are great for manipulating small items.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
An object that can be picked up for later use.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To make a note of.
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 4
Adverb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “item” mean?
A distinct physical object.
Is “item” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.