Dictionary Check: trap

"trap" is a valid word!

Scrabble 6 points
Words with Friends 7 points

Definition

noun

a device in which something (usually an animal) can be caught and penned

noun

drain consisting of a U-shaped section of drainpipe that holds liquid and so prevents a return flow of sewer gas

noun

something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares

Example: "the exam was full of trap questions"
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noun

a device to hurl clay pigeons into the air for trapshooters

noun

the act of concealing yourself and lying in wait to attack by surprise

noun

informal terms for the mouth

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