Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

item

noun
/ˈaɪtəm/
Definition
A single object or unit within a collection or list.
Examples
  • This grocery list has ten items on it.
  • The committee discussed each item on the agenda.
  • She bought a unique decorative item for her home.
Meaning
An item is often used to refer to an individual piece of something, particularly when discussing products, articles, or components of a larger whole.
Synonyms
  • object
  • article
  • piece
  • entry
  • unit