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to bite
01
mordere
to cut into flesh, food, etc. using the teeth
Transitive: to bite sth
Intransitive: to bite | to bite int sth
Example
The dog warned the intruder by growling before attempting to bite.
The toddler cried loudly after accidentally biting his own finger.
To catch its prey, the predator would often bite with precision.
02
mordere, pungere
to deliver a sting or wound, typically as a means of defense or predation
Transitive: to bite sb/sth
Intransitive
Example
The snake can bite quickly when threatened.
Mosquitoes bite and leave itchy welts on the skin.
The bee will bite only if it feels provoked.
03
morso, pungere
to inflict a sharp pain or discomfort on someone or something
Transitive: to bite sth | to bite into the skin | to bite at the skin
Example
The cold wind seemed to bite my cheeks as I walked outside.
The sharp rock bit into my skin as I slid down the hill.
The freezing air bit at my fingers as I forgot my gloves.
04
mordere, tagliare
to cut or break the surface of something using a sharp object
Transitive: to bite sth
Example
The scissors bit the paper, cutting it neatly into two pieces.
The blade bit the metal, leaving a shiny mark.
The thief bit the lock with a sharp tool to break it open.
Bite
01
mordere
a wound or injury inflicted by the teeth of an animal
Example
The dog bite on his leg required immediate medical attention.
She had a bite mark on her arm from a stray cat.
He went to the doctor to treat a bite from a venomous snake.
02
morso, pezzetto
a small amount of food that is taken into the mouth at one time, often to chew or swallow
What is a "bite"?
A bite is a tiny portion of food intended to be eaten in one mouthful. It is a convenient way to enjoy a small taste of a larger dish or to satisfy a momentary craving. Bites are commonly used for sampling various flavors or textures, such as during a tasting event or when trying out new foods.
Example
She took a bite of the apple and savored its sweetness.
He offered me a bite of his sandwich to taste the new flavor.
The child nibbled on a bite of the cookie, enjoying the treat.
2.1
spuntino, intermezzo
a light, informal meal or snack, often eaten quickly
Example
We stopped at a café for a quick bite before continuing our road trip.
She grabbed a bite at the food truck between meetings.
Let ’s get a bite to eat at the new diner downtown.
03
morso, dorso
the act of grabbing or tearing into something using one's teeth and jaws
04
morsetto, boccone
a portion removed from the whole
05
morso, piccantezza
the intense taste experience of food, particularly characterized by a sharp or strong flavor
Example
The chili had a fiery bite that lingered on the taste buds.
The aged cheese offered a complex bite, combining nuttiness with a sharp tang.
The hot sauce added a bold bite to the dish, leaving a spicy kick.
06
acuminate, tagliente
a sharp, cutting, or caustic quality in speech, writing, or tone
Example
Her words had a bite to them, leaving everyone stunned by their harshness.
The critic 's review had a bite that made the author rethink their work.
His humor often carried a bite, making people laugh and wince at the same time.
07
abboccamento, mordere
(angling) an instance of a fish taking the bait
08
puntura, morso
a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin
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