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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

bait

/beɪt/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does bait mean?

noun, verb

Something used to attract or lure something else, typically an animal, into a trap or a situation. To use something to attract or lure someone or something into a trap or a situation.

Example

"The fisherman used a worm as bait to catch a large trout."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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