Definition of Bait
Bait
Ba·it
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
Something used to lure or attract, especially to catch fish or animals.
e.g. The fisherman used a worm as bait to catch a big fish.
(verb)
to try to make angry with criticism or insults, to taunt or harrass;
e.g. The lawyer would bait the witness into confessing.
(noun)
something (such as food) used in luring especially to a hook or trap;
e.g. Worms are used as bait to catch fish.
(noun)
to torment by mean or unjust attacks, to goad into action;
e.g. The dog would bait the cat by barking at it.
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