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Bait
/beɪt/
Any substance, especially food, used in catching fish, or other animals, by alluring them to a hook, snare, trap, or net.
📖 Definitions of "Bait"
noun
- 1
Any substance, especially food, used in catching fish, or other animals, by alluring them to a hook, snare, trap, or net.
- 2
Food containing poison or a harmful additive to kill animals that are pests.
- 3
Anything which allures; something used to lure or entice someone or something into doing something
- 4
A portion of food or drink, as a refreshment taken on a journey; also, a stop for rest and refreshment.
verb
- 1
To attract with bait; to entice.
- 2
To affix bait to a trap or a fishing hook or fishing line.
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