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biting

/ˈbaɪtɪŋ/
Meanings

  • the act of biting or using one's teeth to tear or crush food

    - "John bit into the apple."
    - "Sara tore the meat with her teeth."
Rhymes
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biting , writing , sighting , fighting
Homophones
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  1. biting (en) : the act of biting or using one's teeth to tear or crush food

Variants
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Forms
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Etymology
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Old English 'bitan' - to bite. Derived from 'beohtan' - to kindle, from 'beoht' - bright, shining. This suggests that the act of biting was once associated with the idea of 'brightening' or 'shining' something, perhaps through the act of chewing and breaking down food.

Related Concepts
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  1. chewing: The act of using the teeth and jaw muscles to break down food into smaller pieces before swallowing it.

  2. teething: The process of a baby's teeth emerging from their gums for the first time. This typically begins around six months of age and can continue until the child is around three years old. During this time, the baby may experience discomfort, irritation, and swelling in their gums, as well as drooling and excessive biting or gnawing on objects. These symptoms can make it difficult for the baby to eat, sleep, or concentrate on other activities, and may require special care and attention from parents or caregivers. Once the baby's teeth have fully emerged from their gums, they will be able to chew and eat food more effectively, and will experience less discomfort and irritation in their gums. However, it is important for parents or caregivers to continue monitoring their child's oral health and development, and to provide them with proper dental care and hygiene practices as needed to ensure their overall health and wellbeing.

Culture
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In various cultures throughout history, the act of biting has held different symbolic meanings. In some African cultures, biting was considered a sign of respect and submission. In ancient Rome, biting was used as a form of punishment, with criminals forced to wear metal collars with spikes that they were made to bite onto. In modern Western cultures, biting is generally considered a natural and normal part of human development and behavior, with children and infants often learning to bite and chew food as part of their growth and development. However, biting can also be a sign of aggression or dominance, and can be a source of conflict and distress in social and interpersonal contexts.

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