tidbit

noun

tid·​bit ˈtid-ˌbit How to pronounce tidbit (audio)
variants or less commonly titbit
Synonyms of tidbitnext
1
: a choice morsel of food
2
: a choice or pleasing bit (as of information)

Examples of tidbit in a Sentence

The book includes lots of juicy tidbits about the project's early days. gave her an expensive box of chocolate tidbits
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Longoria darts across the kitchen to gather more gastronomic tidbits and sample leftover morsels. Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Mar. 2026 The two-minute tidbit was released on Wednesday ahead of the launch of the HBO Max UK and Ireland streaming service on Thursday. Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026 Meanwhile, here are a few tidbits to help you along. Ed Silverman, STAT, 24 Mar. 2026 Over the course of the eight-episode season, Anthony is seen offering tidbits of advice to Dougie and Claire, doing TikTok snack videos with PJ, and as a genuine, amazing team player and friend. Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 19 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tidbit

Word History

Etymology

perhaps from tit- (as in titmouse) + bit entry 3

First Known Use

circa 1640, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of tidbit was circa 1640

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“Tidbit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tidbit. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.

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tidbit

noun
tid·​bit ˈtid-ˌbit How to pronounce tidbit (audio)
variants also titbit
1
: a small tasty piece of food
2
: a pleasing bit (as of news)

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