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    Kagat (en. Bite)

    /kaˈɡat/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The act of touching an object or skin with teeth.
    The mosquito bite is painful.
    Ang kagat ng lamok ay masakit.
    The mark or wound caused by a bite.
    He has a bite on his arm from the snake.
    May kagat siya sa kanyang braso mula sa ahas.
    A type of action stemming from need or desire.
    The bite of the apple is so delicious.
    Ang kagat ng mansanas ay napakasarap.

    Etymology

    From the word 'kagat' meaning the touch or attack of teeth on skin or objects.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    ant bite
    Bite from an ant that may cause itching or discomfort.
    kagat ng langgam
    dog bite
    Bite from a dog that may cause injury or irritation.
    kagat ng aso

    Related Words

    itching
    A form of feeling itchiness from a bite.
    kagat-kagat

    Slang Meanings

    Talking nonsense or joking around.
    Don't bite, that's not true!
    Huwag kang kagat, hindi totoo 'yan!
    Enticed or encouraged to join something.
    He's really into our friend group.
    Kagat na kagat na siya sa barkada namin.
    Made waves or caught the attention of others.
    The news about the party at Mark's house is making rounds.
    Kagat ang balita tungkol sa Party sa bahay ni Mark.