n.
1.a wound resulting from biting by an animal or a person
2.a small amount of solid food
3.a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin
4.a light informal meal
5.(angling) an instance of a fish taking the bait
6.wit having a sharp and caustic quality
7.a strong odor or taste property
8.the act of gripping or chewing off with the teeth and jaws
9.a portion removed from the whole bite v.
1.to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws
2.cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort
3.penetrate or cut, as with a knife
4.deliver a sting to