noun

Bait means "food" in English.

verb

To attract or entice someone or something, often with the intention of deceiving or trapping them.
To harass or torment someone, especially with words or teasing.

Example

noun

1. The fisherman baited his hook with a worm.
2. The thief used a fake diamond to bait the victim.
3. The company's new product is designed to bait customers into switching from their competitor.

verb

1. He baited the hook with a worm to catch a fish.
2. She baited the trap with cheese to catch the mouse.
3. They baited him into a debate by making provocative comments.