bait

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bait Definition

• (n) anything that serves as an enticement
• (n) something used to lure victims into danger
• (v) 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"
• (v) lure, entice, or entrap with bait
• (v) attack with dogs or set dogs upon

bait Synonyms

• bait
• cod
• come-on
• decoy
• hook
• lure
• rag
• rally
• razz
• ride
• sweetener
• tantalise
• tantalize
• taunt
• tease
• twit