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The activity of hunting, especially wild animals or game
An article of equipment or clothing, in particular when used as an accessory
The action of capturing or of being captured
The quality of being deceitful or cunning, displaying dual abilities or employing cleverness
A small showy ornament or piece of jewelry
A beneficial, amelioratory or decorative addition or supplement to something
Taking hold off forcibly
“One of the best ways of stopping the ball with your feet is to trap it between the heel of one foot and the ground.”
Present participle for to catch, or became caught, with a trap
“If they found their way into the wilds north of the Harlem River, it was to hunt and trap the wild animals which everywhere abounded.”
Present participle for to catch, or become caught, in a trap or difficult situation
“These scoundrels are thoroughly unconcerned with who they trap in their web of lies and deceit.”
Present participle for to confine in an enclosed room or space
“He prepared to draw the spirit out and trap it in the cage, freeing this place of its haunt.”
Present participle for to trick or deceive with a ploy or ruse
“The whole island has conspired to trap their unwitting visitor within a narrative woven especially to suit him.”
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