A Quick and Simple Dictionary

bait

1. Noun.  Any substance, especially food, used in catching fish, or other animals, by alluring them to a hook, snare, trap, or net.
2. Noun.  Food containing poison or a harmful additive to kill animals that are pests.
3. Noun.  Anything which allures; a lure; enticement; temptation.
4. Noun.  A portion of food or drink, as a refreshment taken on a journey; also, a stop for rest and refreshment.
5. Noun.  A light or hasty luncheon.
6. Verb.  (transitive) To set dogs on (an animal etc.) to bite or worry; to attack with dogs, especially for sport.
7. Verb.  (transitive) To intentionally annoy, torment, or threaten by constant rebukes or threats; to harass.
8. Verb.  (transitive, now) To feed and water (a horse or other animal), especially during a journey.
9. Verb.  (transitive) To attract with bait; to entice.
10. Verb.  (transitive) To affix bait to a fishing hook or fishing line.