Definitions For Bait

noun

• Something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed
• Anything that serves as an enticement
• Something (such as a piece of food) that is used to attract fish or animals so they can be caught

verb

• Harass with persistent criticism or carping
• Attack with dogs or set dogs upon
• Lure, entice, or entrap with bait
• To put a piece of food on (a hook) or in (a trap) in order to attract and catch fish or animals
• To try to make (someone) angry by using criticism or insults
• To use dogs to make (an animal, such as a bear or bull) angry or afraid