Bait (Verb)

Meaning ¹

Lure, entice, or entrap with bait.

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Hypernyms

• Tempt
• Lure

Related Words

• Bait (noun)

Meaning ²

Harass with persistent criticism or carping; "The children teased the new teacher"; "Don't ride me so hard over my failure"; "His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie".

Classification

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Synonyms

• Rally
• Cod
• Rag
• Tease
• Twit
• Taunt
• Tantalise
• Tantalize
• Ride
• Razz

Hypernyms

• Bemock
• Mock

Hyponyms

• Barrack
• Josh
• Chaff
• Banter
• Scoff
• Flout
• Gibe
• Jeer
• Kid
• Jolly

Meaning ³

Attack with dogs or set dogs upon.

Classification

Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.

Hypernyms

• Attack
• Set On
• Assault