Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples
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Word:
bite
IPA transcription: [b'aɪt]
noun
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
bite
Meaning:
a wound resulting from biting by an animal or a person
Synonyms:
morsel, bit, bite
Meaning:
a small amount of solid food; a mouthful; "all they had left was a bit of bread"
verb
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
bite, seize_with_teeth
Meaning:
to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws; "Gunny invariably tried to bite her"
Synonyms:
bite, sting, burn
Meaning:
cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort; "The sun burned his face"
Synonyms:
bite
Meaning:
penetrate or cut, as with a knife; "The fork bit into the surface"
Usage examples
"It may bite!"
"It doesn't bite!
Not a single bite.
"Why did you bite poor Primrose?"
She had the bite and was satisfied.
"First, I'll bite you," said the bear.
"Will your dog bite, Mr. Pod?" called Mr. Green.
Why, you have to fight hard for every bite you get.
Agnes was furious now, and flew at her to bite her.
She won't bite?" he added, stepping cautiously with his bare feet.