What does BITES mean?

Parts of Speech

Bites is a verb.

Definitions

To bite is to use the teeth to cut into something or someone.

Pronunciations

• US: /baɪts/
• UK: /baɪts/

Origin and Usage

The word "bites" comes from the Old English word "bītan." It has been used in English since the 14th century. It is a common verb that is used to describe the action of using ones teeth to cut into something or someone.

Synonyms

• Chew
• Nibble
• Gnaw
• Crunch

Related Words

• Bites
• Biter
• Bison
• Bikes
• Babel

Example Sentences

• The dog bites the bone.
• The mosquito bites the skin.
• The apple bites back.
• She bites her lip when shes nervous.