itemed; iteming; items
Synonyms of itemnext

transitive verb

1
archaic : compute, reckon
2
archaic : to set down the particular details of

Examples of item in a Sentence

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Machines at Harrah's Hoosier Park in Anderson carry Hot Pockets sandwiches, Stouffer's lasagna, and Wow Bao items as well as White Castle Sliders. Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 28 Apr. 2026 But which items top everyone's grocery list? Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 28 Jan. 2026 At drop-off points, workers can scan item barcodes and see photos of what the item should look like. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 Dec. 2025 Franklin recently appeared on a Fox 5/KUSI morning television program, calling the agenda item a sanctuary city policy. Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for item

Word History

First Known Use

1601, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of item was in 1601

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“Item.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/item. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

item

noun
ˈīt-əm
1
: a separate part in a list, account, or series
2
: a brief piece of news or an article reporting it

Legal Definition

item

noun
1
: a distinct part in an enumeration, account, or series
2
: a financial instrument (as a check or draft)

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