Definition of Biting
Biting
bit·ing
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
having the ability to bite the skin and often cause wounds using teeth, fangs, or stings, used to describe some animals and insects;
e.g. Mosquitoes are common biting insects that can be very annoying.
(adjective)
harsh and cutting in some way so as to make a significant impression, for example, cold enough to be painful, used to describe the wind or the weather. or cruel enough to be hurtful, used to describe someone's manner;
e.g. The skin on her face became dry and red from being exposed to the biting wind. He provided biting criticism, not caring whether he offended them or not.
(verb)
using one's teeth to cut something, either to eat or to injure someone/something;
e.g. I heard the sound of someone biting into an apple. The puppy was still biting its owners and had to be taught not to.
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