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bait
nounmasculinetechnicaluncommon/ẽ.ˈɡo.du/en·go·do
Definition
1Substance or object used to attract and catch fish or other animals, especially in fishing; lure.
Usage examples
“The fisherman prepared the bait with corn and flour to attract the fish.”
“The easy job offer turned out to be mere bait for a scam.”
Common combinations
fishing baituse baitprepare bait
Idiomatic expressions
- serve as bait (to be used to attract or deceive someone)