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/baɪt/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A sharp or cutting action made by the teeth when they press into something.
He took a bite of the apple.
The amount of food that is taken into the mouth at one time.
Just take a small bite of your dinner, you don’t have to finish everything.
A wound or injury caused by the action of biting.
She had a bite on her arm from the dog.
A sharp action or impact that is figuratively compared to being bitten.
The cold winter air had a bite to it.
verb
To use the teeth to cut into something.
The dog will bite if it feels threatened.
To take a small piece from something by using the teeth.
He bit into the sandwich eagerly.
To cause a wound or injury to someone by using teeth.
She accidentally bit her tongue while eating.
To have a sharp or strong effect.
The criticism bit deeper than he expected.
Etymology
Old English 'bītan', of Germanic origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
bite the bullet:
To endure a painful experience with courage.
bite off more than you can chew:
Take on a task that is too big or difficult.
bite the hand that feeds you:
To harm someone who has helped you.
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Slang Meanings
To criticize sharply.
He really bit at her over that mistake.
To be taken in or fooled.
He was bitten by the scam.