mite
1. [ noun ] a small but appreciable amount
Synonyms: touch speck jot pinch soupcon tinge hint
Examples:

"this dish could use a touch of garlic"

Related terms: small_indefinite_quantity snuff
2. [ noun ] (zoology) any of numerous very small to minute arachnids often infesting animals or plants or stored foods
Related terms: acarine trombidiid spider_mite trombiculiid acarus itch_mite acarid rust_mite Acarina
Similar spelling:   mit
  Mittie
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