She bit her lower lip nervously.
She bit her lower lip nervously.
English
bite
baɪt, bʌɪt
Meaning: to use the teeth to cut into or through something
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | bite |
| 3rd person singular present | bites |
| Present participle | biting |
| Past | bit |
| Will future | will bite |
| Going-to future | going to bite |
| Imperative negative | don't bite / do not bite |
Example sentences
Does your dog bite?
Does your dog bite?
She accidentally bit her tongue while eating her lunch.
She accidentally bit her tongue while eating her lunch.
The mosquito bit me on the arm, and now it's really itchy.
The mosquito bit me on the arm, and now it's really itchy.
Usage Notes
Also used for insects and snakes when they sting or injure with their fangs/pincers.
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