bite

/bˈa‌ɪt/

/ˈbaɪt/

[verb] [noun]

to bite

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to cut into flesh using the teeth

synonyms : seize with teeth

deliver a sting to

synonyms : prick

sting

cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort

synonyms : burn

sting

penetrate or cut, as with a knife

Bite

[NOUN]

a wound made by an animal's teeth or insect

a light informal meal

synonyms : collation

snack

a small amount of food that is taken into the mouth at one time, often to chew or swallow

synonyms : bit

morsel

the act of grabbing or tearing into something using one's teeth and jaws

synonyms : chomp

a portion removed from the whole

a strong odor or taste property

synonyms : pungency

raciness

sharpness

wit having a sharp and caustic quality

synonyms : pungency

(angling) an instance of a fish taking the bait

a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin

synonyms : insect bite

sting

Examples

1. By the will of his wife, he bit the bullet.

2. The bite had scarcely broken the skin.

3. The bite had scarcely broken the skin.

4. The street vendor served crispy trotter bites with a tangy dipping sauce at the food market.

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