dog bite

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Noun dog bite has 1 sense

dog bite - a bite inflicted by a dog
--₁ is a kind of bite

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Term: Dog Bite

Definition:

A dog bite refers to an injury caused by the teeth of a dog penetrating human or animal flesh, resulting in a wound that can range from minor to severe.

Sense 1:

Noun: A physical act of a dog using its teeth to injure someone or something.

Example sentence: The little girl was frightened after experiencing a dog bite while playing in the park.

Sense 2:

Noun: An instance of a dog inflicting damage or leaving marks on an object or surface.

Example sentence: The dog bite on the shoe confirmed that Max had a tendency to chew on things.

Sense 3:

Verb: To forcefully grip or seize with the teeth, characteristic of a dog's action.

Example sentence: The aggressive dog would often lunge and dog bite anyone who approached its food bowl.