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BAITING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Baiting.

Baiting - as a noun

Harassment especially of a tethered animal

Baiting - as a verb

To attract with bait; to entice.

To affix bait to a trap or a fishing hook or fishing line.

To set dogs on (an animal etc.) to bite or worry; to attack with dogs, especially for sport.

Example: "To bait a bear with dogs;  to bait a bull"

To intentionally annoy, torment, or threaten by constant rebukes or threats; to harass.

To feed and water (a horse or other animal), especially during a journey.

(of a horse or other animal) to take food, especially during a journey.

(of a person) to stop to take a portion of food and drink for refreshment during a journey.

To flap the wings; to flutter as if to fly; or to hover, as a hawk when she stoops to her prey.

Example Sentences

"The fisherman used a worm as baiting."
"The hunters set a trap with animal baiting."
"Deer baiting is considered cruel and unethical."
"The baiting of bears is strictly prohibited in this area."
"The baiting of wild animals for entertainment purposes is frowned upon."
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Word Game Points

Is BAITING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, baiting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BAITING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is BAITING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, baiting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BAITING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is BAITING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, baiting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BAITING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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