Definition of mite
(Entry 1 of 2)
: any of numerous small acarid arachnids that often infest animals, plants, and stored foods and include important disease vectors
mite
noun (2)Definition of mite (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : a small coin or sum of money
2a : a very little : bit
b : a very small object or creature
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The first known use of mite was before the 12th century
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