Word: trap Word origin: Old English træppe (in coltetræppe ‘Christ's thorn’); related to Middle Dutch trappe and medieval Latin trappa, of uncertain origin. The verb dates from late Middle English. Phonetic: trap Listen:
a device or enclosure designed to catch and retain animals, typically by allowing entry but not exit or by catching hold of a part of the body. Example: the squirrels ravaged the saplings, despite the baited traps
a situation in which people lie in wait to make a surprise attack. Example: we were fed false information by a double agent and walked straight into a trap
a container or device used to collect something, or a place where something collects. Example: one fuel filter and water trap are sufficient on the fuel system
a light, two-wheeled carriage pulled by a horse or pony.
a device for hurling an object such as a clay pigeon into the air to be shot at.
short for trapdoor.
a person's mouth (used in expressions to do with speaking). Example: keep your trap shut!
(among jazz musicians) drums or percussion instruments. Example: I played the traps a little myself once
a type of hip-hop music typically characterized by a dark tone and rhythms involving low-pitched kick drums and a very fast hi-hat. Example: the LP will feature his raps over a wide range of electronic sounds from dubstep to trap
a place where drugs are sold. Example: a trap full of dealers
catch (an animal) in a trap.
trick or deceive (someone) into doing something contrary to their interests or intentions. Example: I hoped to trap him into an admission
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