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biting

/ˈbaɪtɪŋ/ verb

In Latin: mordax Wiktionary

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  1. present participle and gerund of bite

noun

  1. An instance of something being bitten.
  2. A bite-sized snack.

adjective

  1. Causing a stinging sensation.
    a biting wind
  2. Cutting or incisive.
    a biting criticism
  3. Tending to bite.
    a biting insect