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Bait

Yes, bait is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 6 points in Scrabble.

What does bait mean?

noun

  1. anything that serves as an enticement
  2. something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed

verb

  1. harass with persistent criticism or carping The children teased the new teacher
  2. lure, entice, or entrap with bait
  3. attack with dogs or set dogs upon

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for bait

Word facts

Letters4
Vowels / consonants2 / 2
Scrabble points6
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of bait

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BAIT.

Words you can make from bait

Unscramble BAIT for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is bait a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Bait is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is bait worth in Scrabble?

Bait is worth 6 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does bait mean?

Bait means: anything that serves as an enticement.