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Trap
01
piège
an object that can be used to catch an animal
Example
The hunter set a trap near the river.
A mouse was caught in the trap.
They placed a trap to catch the stray cat.
02
siphon, trap
drain consisting of a U-shaped section of drainpipe that holds liquid and so prevents a return flow of sewer gas
03
piège, embuscade
the act of hiding and waiting in secret to catch someone or something by surprise
Example
The hunter 's trap involved lying in wait for hours before making his move.
He was caught in the trap, unaware that someone was waiting to ambush him.
The spy set a trap by pretending to leave, only to hide and observe his target.
04
fritté, dispositif de tir
a device to hurl clay pigeons into the air for trapshooters
05
piège, attrape
something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares
06
trap, voiturette
a light two-wheeled carriage
07
piège, dépression
a hazard on a golf course
08
gueule, bouche
informal terms for the mouth
09
trap, trap musical
a subgenre of hip hop music characterized by its heavy use of 808 bass, snappy snares, dark melodies, and lyrics focused on street life and drug culture
What is "trap"?
Trap is a subgenre of hip hop that originated in the Southern United States and is known for its distinctive sound. It features hard-hitting, rhythmic beats with heavy use of synthesizers and bass drums. The lyrics in trap music often focus on themes such as street life, success, and personal struggles, delivered with a vocal style that can be both melodic and gritty. The genre is recognized for its energetic and modern sound, which has made it highly influential in contemporary music.
to trap
01
piéger
to capture an animal using an object called a trap
Transitive: to trap an animal
Example
The wildlife conservation team set up humane traps to catch feral cats and relocate them to safer areas.
The farmer trapped a raccoon that had been raiding the chicken coop, using a baited cage near the barn.
The hunter skillfully trapped a rabbit by disguising a snare with leaves and twigs along its usual path.
02
piéger, attraper
to catch something or someone in a confined or controlled space or situation
Transitive: to trap sb/sth
Example
The deceptive scheme was designed to trap unsuspecting victims.
As the door slammed shut, she realized she was trapped in the dark room.
The mouse was trapped in the corner, unable to escape from the room.
03
piéger, tromper
to put someone in a situation where they feel stuck or uncomfortable
Transitive: to trap sb | to trap sb in a difficult situation
Example
The tricky question trapped him in an awkward silence.
He was trapped in a conversation he could n’t escape.
They trapped him during the meeting with tough questions.
04
piéger, retenir
to stop or hold something in place, preventing it from moving
Transitive: to trap sth
Example
The walls of the canyon trap the sound, echoing loudly.
The tall trees trap the sunlight, casting shadows on the ground.
The mountains trap the storm, keeping it from moving east.
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