The noun bait has 2 senses (first 1 from tagged texts)
1. (1) bait, come-on, hook, lure, sweetener -- (anything that serves as an enticement)
2. bait, decoy, lure -- (something used to lure victims into danger)
Overview of verb bait
The verb bait has 3 senses (first 1 from tagged texts)
1. (1) tease, razz, rag, cod, tantalize, tantalise, bait, taunt, twit, rally, ride -- (harass with persistent criticism or carping; "The children teased the new teacher"; "Don't ride me so hard over my failure"; "His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie")