overbitten

/ˌɒvərˈbaɪtən/

Definitions

1. adjective

having been bitten too hard or too often; excessively bitten

“The overbitten apple was no longer edible.”

2. noun

a bite or wound that is too hard or too frequent

“The overbitten wound on her arm required immediate medical attention.”

Synonyms

  • excessively bitten
  • overbitten
  • overmunched

Antonyms

  • lightly bitten
  • underbitten