bite
Pronunciation:
/bʌɪt//baɪt/noun
Definitions
The act of biting.
The wound left behind after having been bitten.
Example: That snake bite really hurts!
The swelling of one's skin caused by an insect's mouthparts or sting.
Example: After just one night in the jungle I was covered with mosquito bites.
A piece of food of a size that would be produced by biting; a mouthful.
Example: There were only a few bites left on the plate.
verb
Definitions
To cut into something by clamping the teeth.
Example: As soon as you bite that sandwich, you'll know how good it is.
To hold something by clamping one's teeth.
To attack with the teeth.
Example: That dog is about to bite!
To behave aggressively; to reject advances.
Example: If you see me, come and say hello. I don't bite.