| Word | Definitions | Synonyms |
|---|---|---|
| bait | (noun) something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed | Synonyms: decoy, lure |
| (noun) anything that serves as an enticement | Synonyms: come-on, hook, lure, sweetener | |
| (verb) harass with persistent criticism or carping | Synonyms: cod, rag, rally, razz, ride, tantalise, tantalize, taunt, tease, twit | |
| (verb) attack with dogs or set dogs upon | - | |
| (verb) lure, entice, or entrap with bait | - | |
| baiting | (noun) harassment especially of a tethered animal | - |