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Definition of a bait

bait

adjective

noun

  • a person who reports the misdeeds of another; "snitch"; "tattle-tale".
    My little brother told my mom I smoke pot! He's such bait.

    Last edited on May 13 2013. Submitted by Caroline from Toronto, ON, Canada on Feb 26 2000.

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Definitions include: to tell on someone; "snitch".
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Definitions include: fairly common misspelling of tattle tale.
Definitions include: a person who frequently reports misbehavior.
Definitions include: to inform on (i.e. report the misdeeds) of someone else; "tattle".

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Definitions include: to tell on someone; "snitch".
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Definitions include: a load of feces

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