bait
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Definitions
Noun
anything that serves as an enticement
Noun
something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed
Verb
harass with persistent criticism or carping; "The children teased the new teacher"; "Don''t ride me so hard over my failure"; "His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie"
Verb
lure, entice, or entrap with bait
Verb
attack with dogs or set dogs upon
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banter
barrack
chaff
chum
fish lure
fisherman''s lure
flout
gibe
ground bait
jeer
jolly
josh
kid
scoff
stool pigeon