fitment

noun

fit·​ment ˈfit-mənt How to pronounce fitment (audio)
chiefly British
: furnishing sense 2, fixture, cabinetry
usually used in plural

Examples of fitment in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The case complies with Nvidia’s new SFF-Ready guidelines, also announced at Computex, for component fitment in small chassis. John Burek, PCMAG, 29 June 2024 The company has identified a few modifications that will be necessary to support the new fitment. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2024 The real heroes, however, were the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires that were x-rayed before fitment to ensure perfect structural integrity. Sean Evans, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2024 The fitment of new cylinder heads with two intake ports per cylinder instead of one brings three additional horsepower (for 60 total). Alexander Stoklosa, Car and Driver, 31 Aug. 2023 See all Example Sentences for fitment 

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Word History

Etymology

fit entry 2

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fitment was in 1851

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“Fitment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fitment. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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