Mite (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A slight but appreciable amount; "this dish could use a touch of garlic".

Classification

Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.

Synonyms

• Touch
• Pinch
• Soupcon
• Hint
• Jot
• Speck
• Tinge

Hypernyms

• Small Indefinite Amount
• Small Indefinite Quantity

Hyponyms

• Snuff

Meaning ²

Any of numerous very small to minute arachnids often infesting animals or plants or stored foods.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Hyponyms

• Genus Acarus
• Sarcoptid
• Tetranychid