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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Fishing bait that is cast into the water, rather than secured to a hook, in order to attract fish to the fishing area. It is often used in coarse fishing. countable, uncountable

Etymology

From ground + bait.

Related phrases

coarse fish

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