Phrase guide

fit into

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To be of the right size and shape to be placed in a location.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • The round peg will fit into the circular hole.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To be of similar cultural or social status as the members of a group of people.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: figuratively, transitive

Examples

  • As a retired sergeant, you should fit into the crowd at the officers' club.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

6 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Khiamniungan Naga: thóthíu — To be of the right size and shape to be placed in a location
  • Polish: mieścić się — To be of the right size and shape to be placed in a location
  • Polish: zmieścić się — To be of the right size and shape to be placed in a location
  • Polish: pasować — To be of the right size and shape to be placed in a location
  • Polish: nadawać się — To be of the right size and shape to be placed in a location
  • Polish: nadać się — To be of the right size and shape to be placed in a location