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baited

/ˈbeɪtɪd/

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verb

To attract with bait; to entice.

Examples :

"The fisherman baited his hook with a worm to attract the fish. "

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To affix bait to a trap or a fishing hook or fishing line.

Examples :

"He baited the hook with a worm, hoping to catch a fish. "

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To set dogs on (an animal etc.) to bite or worry; to attack with dogs, especially for sport.

Examples :

"to bait a bear with dogs; to bait a bull"

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To intentionally annoy, torment, or threaten by constant rebukes or threats; to harass.

Examples :

"The bully baited the smaller boy by calling him names until he cried. "

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To feed and water (a horse or other animal), especially during a journey.

Examples :

"The farmer baited the horses before the long trek to the market. "

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(of a horse or other animal) To take food, especially during a journey.

Examples :

"The weary traveler's horse baited at the roadside inn, enjoying the hay and water. "

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(of a person) To stop to take a portion of food and drink for refreshment during a journey.

Examples :

"After their long walk to school, the children baited at the park, enjoying some juice and snacks. "

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To flap the wings; to flutter as if to fly; or to hover, as a hawk when she stoops to her prey.

Examples :

"The hawk baited above the field, its wings slightly fluttering as it searched for a mouse. "

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