1. Plural of bitting; the metal parts of a horse's bridle that go in the horse's mouth, used for controlling the animal.
Usage: equestrian; usually used in plural
2. Small pieces or fragments of something; scraps or remnants.
Usage: informal; chiefly British

Examples

• The rider adjusted the horse's bittings before the competition.
• Different bittings are used depending on the horse's sensitivity and training level.
• She collected the bittings of fabric left over from sewing the dress.
• The carpenter swept up the wood bittings from the workshop floor.
• Proper bittings are essential for effective communication between rider and horse.