Item

Pronunciation: /ˈaɪtəm/

Definitions of item

noun an individual article or unit, especially one that is part of a list, collection, or set

Example Sentences

Examples of item in a Sentence

formal The item in question is a rare artifact dating back to the 15th century.

informal I really like that item you bought at the antique store.

slang Check out this sick item I just copped from the thrift shop.

figurative His courage was the most valuable item in his arsenal.

Grammatical Forms of item

• past tense: itemed
• plural: items
• comparative: more item
• superlative: most item
• present tense: item
• future tense: will item
• perfect tense: have itemed
• continuous tense: is iteming
• singular: item
• positive degree: item
• infinitive: to item
• gerund: iteming
• participle: itemed

Origin and Evolution of item

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'item' originated from the Latin word 'item', meaning 'also' or 'likewise'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'item' evolved to be used as a noun to refer to individual things or objects, often listed together or as part of a collection.