bait up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To place bait on fishing tackle preparatory to fishing.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The housewife smiled to herself and started baiting up the hook.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “bait up” mean?
To place bait on fishing tackle preparatory to fishing.
Is “bait up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.