bait
noun
- 1
something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed
- 2
anything that serves as an enticement
verb
- 1
harass with persistent criticism or carping
The children teased the new teacher
Don't ride me so hard over my failure
- 2
attack with dogs or set dogs upon
- 3
lure, entice, or entrap with bait
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