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bite vs pierce

pierce vs bite

bite is a noun but pierce is not a noun.

bite and pierce both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
bite Yes No Yes No
pierce No No Yes No
As verbs, pierce is a hypernym of bite; that is, pierce is a word with a broader meaning than bite:
  • bite: penetrate or cut, as with a knife
  • pierce: make a hole into
As verbs, pierce is a hypernym of bite; that is, pierce is a word with a broader meaning than bite:
  • bite: deliver a sting to
  • pierce: make a hole into
bite (noun) pierce (noun)
the act of gripping or chewing off with the teeth and jaws
a portion removed from the whole
a strong odor or taste property
wit having a sharp and caustic quality
(angling) an instance of a fish taking the bait
a light informal meal
a small amount of solid food; a mouthful
a wound resulting from biting by an animal or a person
a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin
bite (verb) pierce (verb)
to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws make a hole into
penetrate or cut, as with a knife penetrate or cut through with a sharp instrument
deliver a sting to cut or make a way through
cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort move or affect (a person's emotions or bodily feelings) deeply or sharply
sound sharply or shrilly
Difference between bite and pierce

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