bait definition bait meaning and bait synonyms
noun
| Meaning 1 | anything that serves as an enticement |
| Synonym | come-on, hook, lure, sweetener |
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bait definition bait meaning and bait synonyms
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| Meaning 2 | something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed |
| Synonym | decoy, lure |
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bait definition bait meaning and bait synonyms
verb
| Meaning 1 | harass with persistent criticism or carping |
| Synonym | tease, razz, rag, cod, tantalize, tantalise, taunt, twit, rally, ride |
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| Usage | The children teased the new teacher Don't ride me so hard over my failure His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie |
bait definition bait meaning and bait synonyms
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| Meaning 2 | lure, entice, or entrap with bait |
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bait definition bait meaning and bait synonyms
verb
| Meaning 3 | attack with dogs or set dogs upon |
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