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   trap

   /trap/

   noun

   • 1. 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: "the squirrels ravaged the saplings, despite the baited traps" Similar snarenetcageprisonencumbranceburdenproblem
   • ▪ the compartment from which a greyhound is released at the start of a race.
   • 2. a situation in which people lie in wait to make a surprise attack: "we were fed false information by a double agent and walked straight into a trap" Similar ambushluredecoybaitdated:ambuscade
   • ▪ a trick by which someone is misled into acting contrary to their interests or intentions: "by keeping quiet I was walking into a trap" Similar trickstratagemployrusewiledeceptionartificesubterfugedevicetrickeryinformal:set-uparchaic:toils
   • ▪ an unpleasant situation from which it is hard to escape: "they fell into the trap of relying too little on equity finance" Similar ambushluredecoybaitdated:ambuscadesnarenetcageprisonencumbranceburdenproblem
   • 3. a container or device used to collect something, or a place where something collects: "one fuel filter and water trap are sufficient on the fuel system"
   • ▪ a curve in the waste pipe from a bath, basin, or toilet that is always full of liquid and prevents gases from coming up the pipe into the building.
   • ▪ a bunker or other hollow on a golf course.
   • 4. a light, two-wheeled carriage pulled by a horse or pony.
   • 5. a device for hurling an object such as a clay pigeon into the air to be shot at.
   • ▪ (in the game of trapball) the shoe-shaped device that is hit with a bat to send the ball into the air. historical
   • 6. short for trapdoor
   • 7. a person's mouth (used in expressions to do with speaking): informal "keep your trap shut!" Similar mouthjawslipsmawinformal:chopskisseryapgobcakeholemushpussbazoobake
   • 8. (among jazz musicians) drums or percussion instruments: informal "I played the traps a little myself once"
   • 9. 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: "the LP will feature his raps over a wide range of electronic sounds from dubstep to trap"
   • 10. a place where drugs are sold: informal US "a trap full of dealers"

   verb

   • 1. catch (an animal) in a trap. Similar confinecatchcut offcornerpin downdrive into a cornerpenhem inclose inshut inhedge inimprisonhold captive
   • ▪ prevent (someone) from escaping from a place: "twenty workers were trapped by flames"
   • ▪ have (something, typically a part of the body) held tightly by something so that it cannot be freed: "he had trapped his finger in a spring-loaded hinge" Similar get stuckcatchget caught
   • ▪ bring (the ball) under control with the foot or other part of the body on receiving it: "the ball bounced near Scott and he trapped it with his left foot"
   • 2. trick or deceive (someone) into doing something contrary to their interests or intentions: "I hoped to trap him into an admission" Similar trickdupedeceivecheatlureinveiglebeguilefoolhoodwinkseducecajolewheedlegullcatch outtrip upoutwitoutsmartarchaic:cozen

   Word Origin Old Englishtræppe (in coltetræppe ‘Christ's thorn’); related to Middle Dutch trappe and medieval Latin trappa, of uncertain origin. The verb dates from late Middle English.

   Derivatives

   • 1. traplike adjective

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   Jul 11, 2024 · The meaning of KEEP ONE'S TRAP SHUT is to not talk about something that someone doesn't want known. How to use keep one's trap shut in a sentence.

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   Jul 11, 2024 · In this build, we’ll focus on how to make the more energetic and aggressive side of trap music (e.g. Trap Nation). We’ll be using banging 808s, snappy drums, and roaring basses.

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   4 days ago · Consciousness —The having of perceptions, thoughts, and feelings; awareness. The term is impossible to define except in terms that are unintelligible without a grasp of what consciousness means. Many fall into the trap of equating consciousness with self-consciousness —to be conscious it is only necessary to be aware of the ...

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   3 days ago · We have the answer for "I'm trapped on this island!" crossword clue last seen on July 15, 2024 if it has been stumping you! Solving crossword puzzles can be a fun and engaging way to exercise your mind and vocabulary skills. Remember that solving crossword puzzles takes practice, so don't get discouraged if you don't finish a puzzle right away. Keep practicing and you'll get better with time ...

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   6 days ago · upper zone centrilobular nodules and areas of air trapping are useful pointers to the correct diagnosis, if present amiodarone lung fibrosis: helpful clues are the presence of hyperdense pulmonary nodules or hyperdense liver on a non-contrast CT

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   Jul 10, 2024 · Circle Trap : 'Noel', who searched and attacked the traitors of the organization, found a man called Kang Jin who referred to himself as nothing but an ordinary homeless person! Even though there were also powerful threats, Kang Jin, the one who ended up fetching Noel'

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   4 days ago · Termite baiting stations can be installed to suit your individual requirements and needs. DIY Termite Bait Stations are an easy process to install. The stations are designed to attract termites to a preferred source (timber) contained within the station itself.

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    Jul 11, 2024 · Quick, no touch disposal. Poison free rodent control. RATSAK Rat Trap is an innovative and unique designed rat trap, which kills rats quickly and effectively. It is easy to use, ‘one click’ trap set for easy set up, and a bait trough for easy baiting.

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    6 days ago · Basically in the early hours, every night for the last 12 weeks, I am woken with sharp pain under left side of my ribs.. it feels like trapped bubbly wind but nothing moves it (windeeze, windmill arms, massage).