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Bite
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Simple meaning
What does Bite mean?
Bite means to use teeth, or a small mouthful of food.
Dictionary definition
To cut or hold something with teeth; a bite can also mean a small amount of food.
Example sentences
Bite in a sentence
easy
Take a small bite of the apple.
medium
The puppy tried to bite the toy rope.
hard
A bug bite can itch because the skin reacts to the bite.
Synonyms
Words like Bite
chewUse when using teeth to break food into smaller pieces.
mouthfulUse when bite means a small amount of food.
Antonyms
Opposite words
Word family
Bite word family
Base word
bite
verb
bites
Cuts or holds with teeth.
verb
bit
Past tense of bite.
verb
biting
Using teeth to cut or hold.
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Quick practice
Try Bite
Practice 1
What can bite mean?
Bite can mean to use teeth or a small amount of food.
Practice 2
Which word is related to bite when eating?
Chew is related to using teeth while eating.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses bite correctly?
A bite can mean a small mouthful of food.
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