The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 letter word RIT
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What does RIT mean?
RIT noun- A scratch, a score or a groove.
- To scratch or score.
- To tear, rip, rend.
- To slit.
- Gradually decelerating the tempo of a piece of music, especially at the end of the piece.