Kit

Pronunciation: /kɪt/

Definitions of kit

noun A set of articles or equipment needed for a specific purpose

Example Sentences

A1 I bought a first aid kit for emergencies.

A2 She packed a picnic kit with sandwiches, fruit, and drinks.

B1 The DIY kit came with all the necessary tools and instructions.

B2 The scientist used a DNA extraction kit to analyze the genetic material.

C1 The survival kit included a compass, matches, and a water purifier.

C2 The art kit contained high-quality paints, brushes, and canvases for professional artists.

Examples of kit in a Sentence

formal The scientist carefully unpacked the research kit before beginning the experiment.

informal I always keep a first aid kit in my car, just in case.

slang I need to grab my makeup kit before we head out.

figurative She approached the problem with a toolkit of strategies to tackle it from different angles.

Grammatical Forms of kit

• past tense: kitted
• plural: kits
• comparative: more kit
• superlative: most kit
• present tense: kit
• future tense: will kit
• perfect tense: have kitted
• continuous tense: is kitting
• singular: kit
• positive degree: kit
• infinitive: to kit
• gerund: kitting
• participle: kitted

Origin and Evolution of kit

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Middle Dutch

Story behind the word: The word 'kit' originated from the Middle Dutch word 'kitte' meaning a wooden vessel or tub.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'kit' expanded to refer to a collection of items or tools packaged together for a specific purpose, such as a first aid kit or a grooming kit.