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IT

IT

181 3.2
Use of computers and networks to store and send information
  • noun
  • /aɪ ti/
  • Specialized
translation icon : tecnología de la información
  • - Our head of IT.
  • information technology (IT)
  • use of IT
  • IT systems

Wait for it, wait for it and we're not dead.

Examples

  • Frank Hayes, Computerworld's senior news columnist, has covered IT for more than 20 years.

    Fiction book (2001)

  • Uh, I work in IT for a cell phone company.

    Cupids on Beacon Street (2021)

  • Ask the IT guy to remove the hard drive.

    Vamps (2012)

  • No, actually, I was in IT.

    Venom: The Last Dance (2024)

  • Well, I would recommend you take your computer to an IT specialist.

    The Beekeeper (2024)

  • Unfortunately, advances in IT have also created problems and have the potential to create future problems.

    Academic text (1997)

  • "And what about all the H-1B IT workers who are out of work?"

    Fiction book (2001)

  • Future trends in search interfaces will most likely reflect trends in the use of IT generally.

    Academic text (2011)

  • Widespread use of eMeasures will ensure that indicators used across disparate health IT systems are accurate and comparable.

    Academic text (2013)

  • The company hired several new employees to strengthen its IT department.

Synonyms

tech
vsIT
482 3.7

Modern electronic devices and systems used for work, study, or entertainment

is the narrower term for systems specifically handling information storage and transfer
information technology
vsIT
  • Specialized
25 3.5

The use of computers and networks to store, find and send data

is an abbreviation used for that same field
informatics
vsIT
  • Specialized
4 6.0

The study of how computers collect, store, and use information

is the applied systems field rather than the scientific discipline
infotech
vsIT
  • Jargon
1 3.8

An area that uses computers and networks to store, find, and send information

is a shorter name often used for that practical technology area

Idioms

when it comes to
680 3.1

A phrase you use to talk about a topic and show how someone or something is treated

worth it
  • Informal
429 3.5

Good enough so the time, effort, or money you spent was not wasted

as it is
376 3.7

In the current situation, especially when things are different from what was expected

what it takes
201 4.1

Needed qualities and skills to succeed at something

whatever it takes
101 5.2

Willing to do anything needed to reach a goal, however hard

you said it
  • Informal
77 7.6

A strong way to agree with what someone says

as it were
  • Formal
64 6.9

To say something is not exact but gives a useful example

to call it a night
  • Informal
52 3.2

Stop what you are doing for the evening, usually to go to bed or go home

so be it
  • Formal
45 5.1

Accept a decision or result even if you are disappointed

out of it
  • Informal
42 8.2

Not aware and slow to react because of tiredness or medicine

to say it all
  • Informal
37 4.6

To show feelings or meaning without words

there you have it
35 6.1

That shows the work is finished or the result is ready

to have it coming
  • Informal
30 7.8

To deserve punishment because of your actions

it me
  • Slang
30 9.9

To say that something describes you very well

to keep it simple
28 2.7

Make something easy to understand by not adding extra details

to have it both ways
  • Informal
27 7.2

To try to get the good parts of two opposite choices at the same time

be that as it may
  • Formal
21 7.6

Even if that is true, it does not change what happens next

fuck it
  • Offensive
21 9.9

A way to show you give up worrying and will do something anyway

believe it or not
  • Informal
20 4.4

Say this before a surprising fact that is hard to accept

it didn't happen
19 8.5

Saying this shows you do not believe someone's story and you want proof it is true

to asking for it
  • Informal
19 7.8

To act in a way that makes trouble or harm likely

out of it
  • Informal
19 7.2

Feeling left out of a group or activity

to do what it takes
18 4.8

Take any action needed to reach a goal, even when it is difficult

darn it
  • Informal
17 8.4

A short phrase people say when they feel frustrated or disappointed

written all over it
  • Informal
17 5.8

Very easy to see because a feeling or quality shows on someone's face

out of it
  • Informal
16 7.5

Not aware of what is happening because you did not hear or read about it

to have it your way
  • Informal
16 4.2

Allow someone to do or choose what they want

come to think of it
  • Informal
15 5.3

Say this when you suddenly remember or think of something

nothing to it
  • Informal
15 1.0

Very easy to do

to find it in one's heart
14 7.7

To be able to do something difficult because you feel kind or brave

to put one's mind to it
14 3.5

To focus all your attention and effort on achieving something

the half of it
  • Informal
13 6.5

Only part of the story is known, with much more hidden

to have it made
  • Informal
12 5.6

To be in a very lucky situation with little to worry about

on the face of it
12 5.5

Something looks true at first but may not be

to play it by ear
11 6.2

Decide what to do as things happen rather than plan ahead

to make it up as one goes along
  • Informal
11 6.6

Decide or think of things during a situation without planning ahead

in for it
  • Informal
11 8.1

About to get into trouble because of something you did

to make it snappy
  • Informal
10 7.7

To tell someone to hurry

time of it
  • Informal
10 8.1

A period when someone has many problems to deal with

to had it up to here
  • Informal
9 9.0

To no longer accept something annoying or unfair

take it or leave it
  • Informal
9 4.6

An offer you cannot change that you must accept or refuse

that does it
  • Informal
9 8.0

You say you will not accept something any more

to put a sock in it
  • UK
9 9.1

Tell someone to be quiet

easy does it
  • Informal
8 6.0

Move slowly and carefully to avoid mistakes or accidents

to hear the end of it
  • Informal
8 8.1

To be told again and again about something you did wrong in an angry way

as luck would have it
  • Informal
7 5.4

Happens by chance in a lucky, helpful way

to take it on the chin
  • Informal
7 8.2

Accept failure or criticism bravely without complaining

you name it
  • Informal
7 7.2

Anything you can think of is included

ain't what it used to be
  • Informal
7 9.8

Not as good or impressive as it was before

up against it
  • Informal
7 8.0

In a difficult situation with little time or help

wait for it
  • Informal
6 7.0

Tell people to wait because something exciting will be revealed

better for it
5 4.8

Having improved after a difficult time

Compounds

do-it-yourself
35 3.6

Made or fixed by yourself instead of a professional

know-it-all
  • Offensive
28 5.7

A person who thinks they are always right and annoys others

Post-It
19 2.5

A small piece of paper with a sticky strip on the back to hold notes for a short time

fix-it shop
2 3.0

A place that repairs household things like clocks and toasters

gin and it
8.6

A drink made with gin and sweet vermouth

it bag
  • Literature
8.6

A very fashionable handbag that many people want for one season

How Technical

software engineer
  • Specialized
14 3.5
IT
  • Specialized
181 3.2
computer science
  • Specialized
36 3.2
literacy
43 2.6

Surface Forms

IT singular
ITs plural

Etymology

The word IT is short for information and technology, literally 'information technology', which means the tools and systems used to store, send, and manage information. So when someone says they work in IT, it means they work with computers and networks that handle information.