used to refer to a thing previously mentioned or easily identified
a room with two beds in it
this approach is refreshing because it breaks down barriers
used to identify a person
it's me
it's a boy!
used in the normal subject position in statements about time, distance, or weather
it's half past five
it was two miles to the island
it's raining
used in the normal subject or object position when a more specific subject or object is given later in the sentence
it is impossible to assess the problem
she found it interesting to learn about their strategy
used to emphasize a following part of a sentence
it is the child who is the victim
the situation or circumstances; things in general
no one can stay here—it's too dangerous now
he would like to see you straight away if it's convenient
exactly what is needed or desired
they thought they were it
you've either got it or you haven't
sex appeal
he's still got ‘it.’
denoting a person or thing that is exceptionally fashionable, popular, or successful at a particular time
they were Hollywood's It couple
the company is renting out the It bags of the moment for as little as £10 a week
(in children's games) the player who has to catch the others
Italian vermouth
he poured a gin and it
the development and use of IT are certain to bring about changes in education
basic IT skills