biter

/'baitə/

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Word: Biter

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A "biter" is someone or something that bites. This could refer to a person who bites, usually in a negative or aggressive way, or it could refer to an animal that bites.

Usage Instructions:

You can use "biter" to describe a person, especially if they are being mean or aggressive. It's not a common word for everyday use but is understood in contexts where biting or aggression is involved.

Example Sentences:

1. "Watch out for that dog; he is a known biter!"
2. "During the argument, she became a real biter, snapping at everyone around her."

Advanced Usage:

In a broader sense, "biter" can also describe someone who is critical or negative about certain things. For example, someone who always complains could metaphorically be called a "biter" because they "bite" at others with their words.

Word Variants:

• Bite (verb): To use your teeth to cut into something.
• Bitten (past participle): The state of having been bitten.
• Biting (adjective): Sharp or harsh in tone; can describe a person's words or manner.

Different Meanings:

• In a literal sense, a "biter" can refer to an animal or person that bites.
• In a figurative sense, it can refer to someone who is critical or harsh.

Synonyms:

• Biter: Nibbler, attacker (in the context of someone who bites).
• Cynic: If used in the figurative sense of someone who criticizes often.

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There aren’t specific idioms or phrasal verbs that use "biter," but you might come across phrases like "bite back," which means to respond to criticism or an attack.

Summary:

"Biter" primarily refers to someone who bites, either literally or figuratively. It can describe aggressive behavior in people or animals.

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Noun

1. someone who bites