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Biting

/ˈbaɪtɪŋ/

To cut into something by clamping the teeth.

📖 Definitions of "Biting"

verb
  1. 1

    To cut into something by clamping the teeth.

    "As soon as you bite that sandwich, you'll know how good it is."

  2. 2

    To hold something by clamping one's teeth.

  3. 3

    To attack with the teeth.

    "That dog is about to bite!"

  4. 4

    To behave aggressively; to reject advances.

    "If you see me, come and say hello. I don't bite."

noun
  1. 1

    An instance of something being bitten.

adjective
  1. 1

    Causing a stinging sensation.

    "a biting wind"

  2. 2

    Cutting or incisive.

    "a biting criticism"

  3. 3

    Tending to bite.

    "a biting insect"

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