dite

[ dahyt ]

noun

, British Dialect.

1. a bit (usually used in negative constructions):

   I don't care a dite.

Word History and Origins

Origin of dite¹

1905–10; reflecting regional pronunciation of doit, in the sense “trifle”

Example Sentences

“Dite alla giovine,” she sings, in a broken murmur: Tell your daughter that I will abandon the one good thing I have, for her sake.

From New York Times

Operations director at Wimbledon, Michelle Dite, told the BBC delays in the queue were due to extra bag checks being carried out by security.

From BBC

"We had one of the highest attendances at Wimbledon since 2015," said Dite.

From BBC

“Based on what has happened at other sporting events, and on the advice from our key partners, we have reviewed our security plans, which have now been uplifted for The Championships accordingly,” All England Club operations director Michelle Dite said Thursday.

From Washington Times

“The safety and security of all our players, colleagues and visitors is paramount,” Dite said.

From Washington Times