Definition of "bit-by-bit" [bit-by-bit]

• One thing at a time (adjective)

WordNet. Princeton University. 2010.

• "When LeAnn arrives back home, she feeds the chocolate cake bit-by-bit down the garbage disposal."
• "Recognising the danger, World Bank President Robert Zoellick urged Germany last week to support reform efforts in other countries before it's too late: "Rather than be dragged grudgingly to help bit-by-bit at the last moment, Germany and its European partners should put incentives on the table now," he said."
• "I think if I can be patient, bit-by-bit this place really will feel like home."