afterbite

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Something that lingers after it is bitten, especially a smatch or flavour; aftertaste.
  2. That which returns with a memory, usually one that is bitter or painful

Word forms

afterbite afterbites

Etymology

From after- + bite.

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