bitt /bit/ (nautical)

A post for fastening cables, etc (usu in pl)

To fasten (a cable, etc) round the bitts

bittˈer noun

1. The turn of cable round the bitts, hence perh the bitter end the end of the rope
2. The end of a task, however long-drawn-out or difficult
3. Final conclusive defeat or death

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