baiting
|bait/ing|
B2
/ˈbeɪtɪŋ/
(bait)
lure or provoke
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bait' originates from Old Norse, specifically the word 'beita', where 'beita' meant 'to cause to bite'.
Historical Evolution
'beita' transformed into the Middle English word 'beyten', and eventually became the modern English word 'bait'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cause to bite', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to entice or lure'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of taunting or teasing someone.
The constant baiting by his classmates made him upset.
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Last updated: 2025/02/15 21:55