verbπShareTo attract with bait; to entice."The fisherman baited his hook with a worm to attract the fish. "actionanimalfishbusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo affix bait to a trap or a fishing hook or fishing line."He baited the hook with a worm, hoping to catch a fish. "fishanimalactionnauticalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo set dogs on (an animal etc.) to bite or worry; to attack with dogs, especially for sport."to bait a bear with dogs;β to bait a bull"sportanimalactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo intentionally annoy, torment, or threaten by constant rebukes or threats; to harass."The bully baited the smaller boy by calling him names until he cried. "attitudecharacteractioncommunicationnegativeinhumanwordChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo feed and water (a horse or other animal), especially during a journey."The farmer baited the horses before the long trek to the market. "animalfoodagricultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(of a horse or other animal) To take food, especially during a journey."The weary traveler's horse baited at the roadside inn, enjoying the hay and water. "animalfoodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(of a person) To stop to take a portion of food and drink for refreshment during a journey."After their long walk to school, the children baited at the park, enjoying some juice and snacks. "fooddrinkactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo flap the wings; to flutter as if to fly; or to hover, as a hawk when she stoops to her prey."The hawk baited above the field, its wings slightly fluttering as it searched for a mouse. "animalbirdactionnatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
