baits Meaning & Definition
/beɪts/
What Does Baits Mean?
Baits is a noun that means plural of bait. As a verb, it means third-person singular simple present indicative of bait. As a verb, it means To attract with bait; to entice.
Baits Definition (Noun)
- plural of bait
Baits as a Verb
- third-person singular simple present indicative of bait
Noun
- Any substance, especially food, used in catching fish, or other animals, by alluring them to a hook, snare, trap, or net.
- Food containing poison or a harmful additive to kill animals that are pests.
- Anything which allures; something used to lure or entice someone or something into doing something
- A portion of food or drink, as a refreshment taken on a journey; also, a stop for rest and refreshment.
Verb
- To attract with bait; to entice.
- To affix bait to a trap or a fishing hook or fishing line.
Verb
- To set dogs on (an animal etc.) to bite or worry; to attack with dogs, especially for sport.
to bait a bear with dogs; to bait a bull
- To intentionally annoy, torment, or threaten by constant rebukes or threats; to harass.
- To feed and water (a horse or other animal), especially during a journey.
- (of a horse or other animal) To take food, especially during a journey.
- (of a person) To stop to take a portion of food and drink for refreshment during a journey.
Verb
- To flap the wings; to flutter as if to fly; or to hover, as a hawk when she stoops to her prey.
Synonyms of Baits
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Baits synonyms and antonyms →Baits in a Sentence
to bait a bear with dogs; to bait a bull
Word Forms & Grammar
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