Meaning & Definition of word "Biter"

Biter

/ˈbaɪtər/

1. A person or animal that bites.
- Example: The biter at the dog park was quickly removed after it snapped at another dog.
2. A person who is resentful or complains frequently.
- Example: He's such a biter about the new policies that it makes team meetings unpleasant.
3. A tool used for biting or cutting.
- Example: The carpenter used a biter to quickly trim the excess wood.
4. An angler's term for a fish that is willing to take the bait.
- Example: It was a good day for fishing; we found plenty of biters around the rocks.

●Derived from the verb 'bite' with the suffix '-er', indicating a person or thing that performs the action.

biter end:

A painful or regrettable conclusion.

bitter sweet:

Combining both positive and negative feelings.

bite the bullet:

To endure a painful or unpleasant situation.

bite:

The action of using teeth to cut into something.

bitten:

Past participle of bite; having been crushed or pierced by something sharp.

Meaning: A person who is generally grumpy or complains often.

● Example Sentence: He's such a biter about the new rules at work.

Meaning: Someone who is overly critical or harsh.

● Example Sentence: Don't be a biter about the movie; it's supposed to be fun.