bait
Translation
bait, lure, enticement
Examples
He used worms as bait for fishing.
He used worms as bait for fishing.
The free offer was just bait to get customers.
The free offer was just bait to get customers.
Grammar Patterns
((as)) bait ((for sth.)) as bait for (sth.) He used worms as bait for fishing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lure, decoy, enticement
Etymology
From Old Norse 'baita', meaning 'to cause to bite'.
Memory Tips
Think of making a fish 'bite' the hook with 'bait'.